Danava dynasty

Danava dynasty
Status	Legendary
Succeeded by Bhauma dynasty

The Danava dynasty was the first legendary line of rulers in Pragjyotisha, established by Mahiranga Danava. ^[1] The dynasty was of Kirata origin. These rulers are mentioned in the Kalika Purana but there are no archaeological evidence to support this.

The Danava dynasty consisted of Kirata chiefs; the last of whom, Ghatakasura, was killed and replaced by Naraka. ^[2]

Chronology

Nu.	Name of Known rulers
1	Mahiranga
2	Hatakasura
3	Sambarasura
4	Ratnasura
5	Ghatakasura

Notes

1. ( Gait 1906 , p. 11)
2. ( Gait 1906 , p. 12)

References

• Gait, Edward A (1906), A History of Assam, Calcutta, ISBN   978-0-404-16819-3
• Sircar, D C (1990), "Epico-Puranic Myths and Allied Legends", in Barpujari, H K (ed.), The Comprehensive History of Assam, vol. I, Guwahati: Publication Board, Assam, pp. 79–93