Timeline

Journey through the rich history of Madhesh - from ancient kingdoms to contemporary movements, discover the pivotal moments that shaped our land and people.

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Ancient Period
~Vedic/Mythical Period

Ikshyaku Dynasty Begins

Ikshyaku or Okkāka becomes the first significant king of Madhyadesh (Madhesh)

Ancient Period
~Vedic/Mythical Period

King Janak's Rule

King Janak rules, capital at Janakpur; Sita, the heroine of Ramayan, born (after 34 generation of Ikshyaku)

Ancient Period
~c. 1500 BC

Manusmiriti Defines Madhyadesh

Manusmiriti (2/21) defines the boundary of Madhyadesh (Madhesh)

Ancient Period
563 BC

Buddha's Birth

Siddhartha Gautam (Buddha) born in Kapilvatthu, Majjhimadesh (Madhesh)

Ancient Period
268-31 BC

Emperor Ashoka's Rule

Emperor Ashoka rules

Ancient Period
249 BC

Ashoka Visits Lumbini

Emperor Ashoka visits Lumbini, tax reduced and entitled to the eight part only

Ancient Period
~353-73 AD

Samudragupta's Empire

Emperor Samudragupta rules

Medieval Period
~500-600 AD

King Salhesh's Kingdom

King Salhesh rules, capital at Mahisautha, Siraha

Medieval Period
~c. 1300 AD

Harisinghadev's Capital

Harisinghadev rules, capital at Simraunagadh (currently Simra)

Medieval Period
1325 AD

Tuglak's Attack

Sultan Gayasudhin Tuglak attacks Simraunagadh

Timeline Summary

7
Ancient Period
5
Medieval Period
8
Colonial Period
14
Modern Era
23
Contemporary Era