Vakataka Dynasty

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Was an ancient Indian dynasty that originated from the Deccan in the mid-3rd century CE.

Establishment

January 251: The founder of the Vakatak dynasty was Vindhyashakti (250-270), whose name is derived from the name of the goddess Vindhya.

Chronology

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1. Conquests of Chandragupta II

Conquests by Gupta ruler Chandragupta II.

January 411: Chandragupta II expanded his realm westwards, defeating the Saka Western Kshatrapas of Malwa, Gujarat and Saurashtra in a campaign lasting until 409.

2. Military campaigns of Yashodharman

Were a series of military campaigns by Yashodharman, ruler of the Second Aulikara dynasty, that resulted in the conquest (albeit short-lived) of most of the Indian Subcontinent.

January 531: Yashodharman conquered much of the Indian subcontinent between c. 530-540 CE according to Mandsaur pillar inscription.

January 541: Yashodharman's short-lived empire disintegrated between 530 and 540 CE.

3. Further events (Unrelated to Any War)

January 421: Vikramaditya, also known as Chandragupta II, was a powerful ruler of the Gupta Empire in India. In 420, he led a military campaign to conquer the Parasikas, Hunas, and Kambojas tribes in the west and east Oxus valleys, expanding the empire's territory.