Gautamiputra Satakarni vs Valerius Valens

Gautamiputra Satakarni reestablished Brahmanical Hindu authority in the Deccan after centuries of foreign rule by Indo-Greeks and Shakas. He performed Vedic sacrifices and took the title 'Ekabrahmana' (unique Brahmin), symbolizing the restoration of Hindu kingship.

Gautamiputra Satakarni defeated the Western Kshatrapa ruler Nahapana, reconquering territories in Gujarat, Malwa, and the Konkan coast. This victory restored Satavahana control over western India and opened trade routes to the Arabian Sea.

Gautamiputra Satakarni commissioned a royal inscription at the Nasik caves, recording his conquests and titles. The inscription describes him as 'destroyer of the Shakas, Yavanas, and Pahlavas' and provides key historical evidence of his reign.

Gautamiputra Satakarni extended Satavahana rule from the Krishna River in the south to the Narmada River in the north, and from the Arabian Sea to the Bay of Bengal. This made the Satavahana Empire the largest in the Deccan during his reign.

During the war against Constantine I, Licinius elevated Valerius Valens to the rank of Augustus as his co-emperor. This was a strategic move to strengthen Licinius's position and reward Valens for his support.

As part of a peace agreement with Constantine I, Licinius executed Valerius Valens. The execution removed a potential rival and satisfied Constantine's demand for the removal of Licinius's co-emperor.