Susima
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Maurya | |
Father | Bindusara |
Susima (also Sushima) was the crown prince of the
Birth and family
Susima was the eldest son of the second Mauryan emperor, Bindusara. Not only was Susima the crown prince, but also his mother was a princess as opposed to Ashoka's mother,
Life
Susima was born to Bindusara and his chief queen, Charumitra. He had several younger half-siblings, including Ashoka, born to Bindusara's second wife, Subhadrangi. Susima was well-educated and trained in the arts of war and statecraft. He was also a skilled archer and horseman.
When Bindusara fell ill in 273 BCE, Susima was the clear heir to the throne. However, Ashoka was a popular figure among the army and the people. He also had the support of Bindusara's chief minister, Radhagupta and Susima "s guru Khaltaklla
After Bindusara's death, a succession conflict broke out between Susima and Ashoka. Ashoka defeated Susima's forces and claimed the throne for himself. Susima was defeated in the fighting.
The death of Susima was a major turning point in the history of the Maurya Empire. Ashoka went on to become one of the greatest emperors in Indian history. He is best known for promoting Buddhism and his efforts to promote peace and non-violence. [citation needed] as his brother susima died naturally. He was a double sided man whose intentions were never clear to anybody.
Cultural depictions
- Aśoka.
- Ankit Arora portrayed the role of Sushim in the historical drama series Chakravartin Ashoka Samrat.
- Sumedh Mudgalkar played the young version.
References
- ISBN 9788131716779
- ISBN 978-8184758078.