Aug 17, 2024, 06:51 PM IST

8 most powerful Hindu kings

Mahipal Chouhan

Chandragupta Maurya: Founder of the Maurya Empire, unified much of India, laying the foundation for one of the largest empires.

Ashoka the Great: Expanded the Maurya Empire and later embraced Buddhism, promoting peace and spreading Buddhist teachings across Asia.

Samudragupta: A brilliant military leader, expanded the Gupta Empire, known for his conquests and cultural patronage.

Harsha Vardhana: United Northern India, known for his administration, cultural patronage, and promoting Buddhism after the Gupta Empire's decline.

Raja Raja Chola I: Expanded the Chola Empire, famous for military conquests, temple construction, and promoting Tamil culture.

Maharana Pratap: Rajput king of Mewar, famous for his resistance against Mughal rule, especially at the Battle of Haldighati.

Shivaji Maharaj: Founder of the Maratha Empire, known for innovative military tactics and resisting Mughal domination in western India.

Prithviraj Chauhan: Renowned for his bravery, he fought against Muhammad Ghori in the battles of Tarain, symbolizing Rajput valor.

This information is not DNA's opinion but obtained from media reports