List of Jain states and dynasties

This is a list of monarchs, royalties, and dynasties following Jainism.

Dynasties

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Kings

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  • Udayin(460-444 BC)
  • Vatsaraja (Gujara-Pratihara Dynasty)
  • King Sodsa
  • Raja Shrenik
  • Chandragupta Maurya
  • Chetaka
  • Vandraja

Queens

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Kings in Jain texts

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This list contains rulers that are mentioned in Jain texts. They are listed as follows:

See also

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References

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  1. ^ Jain 1991, p. 2.
  2. ^ Adigal 1965, p. VIII.
Sources
  • Shah, Natubhai (2004), Jainism: The World of Conquerors, Motilal Banarsidass, ISBN 978-81-208-1938-2
  • Jain, Kailash Chand (1991), Lord Mahavira and his times, Delhi: Motilal Banarsidass, ISBN 978-81-208-0805-8
  • Adigal, Prince Ilangô (1965), Shilappadikaram: (The Ankle Bracelet), translated by Alain Daniélou, New Directions, ISBN 9780811200011