Nayanika
Satavahana Ruler
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Nayanika or Naganika (1st century BCE) was the queen regent of the Satavahana dynasty during the minority of her son Satakarni II.
| Nayanika | |
|---|---|
| Satavahana Ruler | |
| Reign | 1st century BCE |
| Predecessor | Satakarni |
| Successor | Satakarni II |
| Issue | Satakarni II |
| Dynasty | Satavahana |
She was the first woman historically confirmed to have ruled over an Indian kingdom (although there are legendary women rulers before her).
She was married to king Satakarni.[1] She was the mother of king Satakarni II (r. 50–25 BCE). Her son was a minor when he became king, and she ruled in his place as regent during his minority.[2]