Which Huna ruler established his capital at Sakala?

Correct option is B

Correct Answer: (b) Mihirakula

Explanation:

• Mihirakula was a ruler of the Huna (Hephthalite) dynasty who controlled parts of north-western India.
• He is known for establishing his capital at Sakala (modern Sialkot in Pakistan).
• Sakala was a major political and military center during his reign.

Information Booster:

• Sakala is mentioned in Banabhatta’s Harshacharita as Mihirakula’s stronghold.
• The Hunas invaded India during the late Gupta period, weakening the empire.
• Mihirakula is often described as a harsh ruler and persecutor of Buddhism.
• The decline of the Gupta Empire accelerated after Huna invasions.

Additional Knowledge:

• Samudragupta: Known as Napoleon of India, famous for Prayag Prashasti; did not rule from Sakala.
• Ashoka: Mauryan emperor, capital at Pataliputra; unrelated to Sakala.
• Chandragupta (I/II): Gupta rulers with capitals at Pataliputra/Ujjain; no link to Sakala.