Mihirkula (also known as Mihiragula) was one of the most important rulers of the Alchon Huns, who invaded Northwestern India in the 5th and 6th centuries CE.
Who was Mihirkula/Mihirgula?
Asked in WBPSC CS Prelims 2023 · Topic: Gupta and Post-Gupta Period (Causes of Decline of the Gupta Empire: Huna Invasions, Internal Factors)
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