Shishunaga

AncientEmperorIndia-430 — -395

Founder of Shishunaga dynasty of Magadha.

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Quick Facts

Born

430 BCE

Died

395 BCE

Country

India

Era

Ancient

Occupation

Emperor

Score Overview

Military (10%)25

Political (20%)37

Influence (20%)49

Legacy (20%)40

Leadership (15%)59

Strategy (15%)45

Total Score43.4

Shishunaga — Complete Timeline

430 BC

Founded the Shishunaga DynastyPolitical Action

Shishunaga established the Shishunaga dynasty after overthrowing the Haryanka dynasty's king Nagadasaka. He made Girivraja (Rajgir) his capital and began consolidating power in Magadha.

Dynasty FoundingMagadhaPolitical Change

Impact: regionalconstructive

420 BC

Conquered the Kingdom of AvantiWar◆ Major

Shishunaga led a military campaign against the powerful kingdom of Avanti, defeating its king and annexing its territory. This conquest significantly expanded Magadha's influence in central India.

ConquestExpansionAvanti

Impact: regional

415 BC

Moved Capital to PataliputraPolitical Action◆ Major

Shishunaga relocated the Magadha capital from Girivraja to Pataliputra, a strategically located city on the Ganges. This move enhanced trade and administrative control, laying the foundation for future Mauryan expansion.

Capital MoveAdministrationUrban Development

Impact: regionalconstructive