In which of the following ruling branches did the Vakataka kingdom divide after the death of Pravarasena?1) Nandivardhana2) VatsagulmaSelect the correct option from the codes given below:

• A. Only 2
• B. Neither 1 & 2
• C. Both 1 & 2
• D. Only 1

Answer: (C)

After the death of Pravarasena, Rudrasena I the son of Gautamiputra succeeded his grandfather Pravarsena to the throne and ruled from Nandivardhana, near modern Nagpur. Sarvasena, another son of Pravarasena, started ruling independently from Vastugulma.