Vasudeva Kanva

Vasudeva Kanva
Emperor of Magadha
Reignc. 75 – c. 66 BCE (9 years)
PredecessorDevabhuti
SuccessorBhumimitra
IssueBhumimitra
DynastyKanva

Vasudeva Kanva (c. 75 – c. 66 BCE) was the founder of the Kanva dynasty. He was originally an Amatya (minister) of last Shunga ruler Devabhuti. Vasudeva killed the last Shunga ruler and established Kanva dynasty. Bana's Harshacharita informs us that he came to power after the death of Devabhuti. He was succeeded by his son Bhumimitra.

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