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During the 1st century CE, Kolhapur—located in present-day Maharashtra—was a part of the broader Deccan region and witnessed several important cultural and political developments. Here's a summary of what likely happened in and around Kolhapur during that time:
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?️ 1. Rule of the Satavahana Dynasty
The Satavahanas were the dominant rulers in the Deccan region during the 1st century.
Kolhapur was under their administrative control or influence.
Satavahanas were known for promoting trade, agriculture, and Buddhism.
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? 2. Urban and Cultural Development
The city of Kolhapur likely began developing as a small settlement or regional center.
Excavations around Kolhapur and nearby Brahmapuri have revealed ancient pottery, coins, and structures dating to Satavahana times.
Evidence of planned habitations, drainage systems, and religious artifacts point to urban growth.
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? 3. Trade and Economy
The Satavahana period encouraged internal and maritime trade.
Kolhapur, close to trade routes linking Andhra Pradesh to Gujarat and Konkan ports, may have been a trading junction for goods like cotton, spices, beads, and metals.
Roman coins found in Maharashtra indicate contact with the Roman Empire via trade.
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?️ 4. Religion and Art
The period saw the growth of Buddhism, Shaivism, and local folk deities.
Early cave temples and Buddhist stupas may have existed or started developing.
Artifacts show terracotta figurines, coins, and seals used for religious and commercial purposes.
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? 5. Language and Inscriptions
Prakrit was the common language of inscriptions during the Satavahana period.
Inscriptions in caves and on coins reflect the political and religious activities of the time.
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Summary:
Aspect What Happened in Kolhapur (1st Century)
Political Rule Under the Satavahana dynasty
Religion Rise of Buddhism and Hinduism, use of local deities
Culture Early urbanization, terracotta art, coinage
Trade Part of Deccan trade networks, connected to Roman trade
Language Prakrit used in inscriptions and coins
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