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During the 4th century CE, Kolhapur experienced significant changes due to the decline of older powers and the rise of new regional dynasties. Here's what likely happened in Kolhapur during this time:
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?️ 1. End of Satavahana Rule
By the early 4th century, the Satavahana dynasty had collapsed.
Their fall led to the rise of small regional kingdoms in the Deccan.
Kolhapur came under the influence of local rulers or feudatories, possibly linked to the Vakataka dynasty or early Chalukyas.
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? 2. Religious Transition
Buddhism started declining in the region during this period.
Hinduism, especially Shaivism (worship of Shiva), became dominant.
Local shrines or early temples may have been built during this time.
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? 3. Cultural Development
Continued use of terracotta art, pottery, and bead-making.
People lived in well-planned towns with housing and drainage systems.
Influence of Vakataka art and culture began to spread.
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? 4. Administration and Language
Rulers used land grants to Brahmins and temples.
Prakrit still in use, but Sanskrit began gaining importance.
Brahmi script remained the main writing system.
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? 5. Trade and Economy
Trade decreased slightly due to the breakup of larger kingdoms.
However, Kolhapur still maintained local trade in agriculture, metalwork, and crafts.
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?️ Summary Table
Topic 4th Century CE Kolhapur Highlights
Political Power Post-Satavahana regional rule, possible Vakataka influence
Religion Rise of Shaivism, decline of Buddhism
Culture Terracotta art, pottery, town development
Language Shift from Prakrit to Sanskrit, Brahmi script used
Trade Focus on local trade, crafts, and agriculture
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