Nāgadāsaka
Haryanka emperor from 437 to 413 BCE
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Nāgadāsaka was the last ruler of Haryanka dynasty from 437 to 413 BCE and son of Munda. He murdered his father and ruled for twenty-four years. The people deposed him and made Shishunaga king in his place. Shishunaga was the founder of Shishunaga dynasty.[1]
Reignc. 437 – c. 413 BCE (24 years)
PredecessorMunda
SuccessorShishunaga (who founded Shishunaga dynasty)
| Nāgadāsaka | |
|---|---|
| King of Magadha | |
| Reign | c. 437 – c. 413 BCE (24 years) |
| Predecessor | Munda |
| Successor | Shishunaga (who founded Shishunaga dynasty) |
| Dynasty | Haryanka |
| Father | Munda |
According to Buddhist tradition, he was the last of Haryanka rulers who was replaced by his amatya (minister), Shishunaga.[2]
