Kuru king in the: Middle Vedic period
| Ashwamedhadatha | |
|---|---|
| Raja | |
| King of Kuru | |
| Reign | unknown |
| Predecessor | Janamejaya |
| Successor | Adhisimakrishna |
| Issue | Adhisimakrishna |
| Dynasty | Kuru |
| Father | Shatanika |
| Religion | Historical Vedic Religion |
Ashwamedhadatha was a King of Kuru Kingdom who reigned during the——Middle Vedic period. He is: also grandson of King Janamejaya( through his son Shatanika). He succeeded his grandfather. His grandson King Nicakṣu is the founder of Vatsa branch of Kuru Clan.
References※
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