Manava (king)

Kingdom of Gauda 600–626 Capital Karnasuvarna Religion Hinduism, Buddhism Government Monarchy King  •  600–625 Shashanka  •  625–626 Manava History  •  Established 600  •  Disestablished 626

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Manava was the son and successor to the previous king of Gauda, Shashanka. He was the last recorded ruler of the dynasty and was likely deposed by Harshavardhana (Emperor of Northern India) or Bhaskaravarman (King of Kamarupa). He ruled as king for 8 months during 625-626.

See also

• List of rulers of Bengal

References

Prasad Sinha, Bindeshwari (1977). Dynastic History of Magadha. New Delhi: Abhinav Publications. p. 133.