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The Post-Vedic period saw the rise of organized states in Rajasthan. Many of these were Ayudhjivi Sanghas (Warrior Republics).
| Janapada | Location | Capital | Key Highlight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matsya | Jaipur, Alwar, Bharatpur | Viratnagar (Bairat) | Only Rajasthan Janapada in the 16 Mahajanapadas. Mentioned in Rigveda. |
| Shivi | Mewar (Chittorgarh) | Madhyamika (Nagari) | Migrated after Alexander's invasion. Coins found with Nagari script. |
| Malwa | Tonk (Uniyara) | Nagar (Karkot Nagar) | Largest ancient coin hoard (Rairh). Defeated Saka Satraps. |
| Yaudheya | Ganganagar, Hanumangarh | North Region | Instrumental in stopping Kushana (Kanishka) expansion southward. |
| Arjunayana | Alwar, Bharatpur | - | Allied with Yaudheyas against foreign invaders. |
| Name | Region | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Jungaldesh | Bikaner-Jodhpur | Arid region associated with Kurus. Title: 'Jai Jungaldhar Badshah'. |
| Shalva | Alwar | Located near Matsya; part of the Salva-Bhukti federation. |
| Sapadlaksha | Sambhar-Ajmer | Ancient region of the Chauhans (mentioned in Bijolia). |
| Surasena | Bharatpur-Dholpur | Linked with the Yadavas/Vrishnis. Capital: рдордереБрд░рд╛ (Mathura). |
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The Coins of Victory: Malva coins are among the smallest and lightest in India. The legend 'Malavanam Jayah' (Victory to Malwas) on their coins reflects their republican pride and military success against the Sakas.