Bengal's Lost Kingdoms: The Sena Dynasty and Decline

The Hidden History of Bengal: Kingdoms, Empires, and Revolution — Fexingo History · Sep 28, 2026 · 7m · transcript

This episode moves beyond the Pal Empire’s Buddhist golden age to explore the subsequent Hindu revival under the Sena dynasty. Lucas and Luna trace how Ballal Sena unified Bengal in the late twelfth century, shifting cultural power from monastic centers like Vikramashila to secular courts in Lakshmana Sena’s capital at Nadia. We examine the complex social reforms of this era, including the codification of caste rules that would have lasting impacts, and the gradual fragmentation of political authority as regional chieftains gained autonomy. The conversation also touches upon the early Muslim…