Lichhavi Dynasty
- Title
- Lichhavi Dynasty
- Description
Overview
The Lichhavi Dynasty succeeded the Kirat rulers, governing Nepal from approximately the 1st to the 9th century AD. This era is widely celebrated as the Golden Age of Nepalese history.
Key Facts
- Golden Era: Marked by unprecedented achievements in art, culture, architecture, and administration.
- King Manadeva I: Ruled from 464 to 505 AD; he is recognized as the first historically authenticated king of Nepal, known for the Changunarayan inscription (464 AD).
- Achievements: Established crucial trade networks between India and Tibet, minted the first Nepalese coins (Mananka), and erected notable monuments.
- Governance: Introduced a structured decentralization system through local administrative units called Panchali.
- Period
- Ancient
- Year (AD)
- 400
- CMAT Significance
- Highly important for CMAT history questions, focusing on the **Golden Age** aspects, the first historical king **Manadeva I**, the first coin **Mananka**, and major stone inscriptions.