Ghatotkacha

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In the Mahabharata, Ghatotkacha is the son of Bhima and Hidimbi. He was killed by Karna in the great battle. His wife was Ahilawati. His son was Barbarika.

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In more recent history, Ghatotkacha (c. 280-319 A.D.) was a pre-imperial Gupta king in northern India. His reign is considered insignificant and he is best known as the father of Chandragupta I, the first Gupta emperor.

Preceded by: Maharaja Sri-Gupta

Gupta Ruler (280-319 CE)

Succeeded by: Chandragupta I

Sources

• R. K. Mookerji, The Gupta Empire, 4th edition. Motilal Banarsidass, 1959.

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