Thus, the eastern region became delightful, its beauty enhanced by the events described. Within this vast land, many peoples and tribes flourished: the Aparantas, Muhmas, Panchalas, and those dwelling in the Carmamandala. There were also the Chinas, the Tusharas, the Pallavas, and communities living in mountain caves. Further, the Abhishahas, Ulutas, Kekayas, and the Dashamalikas made their homes here. The Kambojas, Daradas, Barbaras, and Angalohikas also inhabited these lands, alongside the Lamakas, Talashalas, Bhushikas, and the Ijikas. The Tomaras, Hansabhangas, Kashmiris, and Tanganas were counted among them, as were the Jhillikas, Ahukas, and the Huna Darvas. Next, one should know of the Plavangas, Maladas, and Malavartikas, as well as the Pragjyotishas, Pundras, Videhas, and Tamraliptakas. Beyond these, other peoples dwelled in the southern region: the Setukas, Mushikas, Kshapanas, and Vanavasikas. The Abhiras lived there with the Aishikas, Atavyas, and Saravas, joined by the Paurikas, Maulikas, Shmakas, and Bhogavardhinas. The southern lands were home to more communities: the Pauleyas, Kiratas, Rupakas, and Tapakas. The Nasikas and others, including those who lived between the banks of the Narmada river, were found here. The Kachhipas, Saurashtras, Anartas, and the Arbuda people, as well as the Maladas, Karuthas, Mekalas, and Kaitkalas, all formed part of this tapestry. The Toshalas, Kosalas, people of Tripura, and the Vaidishas, along with the Anupas, Tundikeras, Vitihotras, and the people of Avanti, each contributed to the richness of Bharata’s southern region. Now, let me describe the mountain regions and their dwellers: Apapra, Rana, Urna, Darva, and Sahuhuka. The sages have taught that in the land of Bharata, four yugas unfold, each with its own character. I shall now describe their nature fully and in detail. The listeners then asked, “Tell us, as it truly is, what you have recounted about Bharata.” The Plaksha Khanda in Kimpurusha is vast, comparable in splendor to Nandana itself. There, the men possess a golden hue, and the women are as radiant as celestial nymphs. Humans are born with a brilliance like refined gold, and all the Kimpurushas drink the most excellent juice. In that place, humans are also born with the luster of great silver. In Harivarsha, all men drink pure sugarcane juice and live with joyful hearts. The central region spoken of is called Ilavrita. There, the moon, sun, and stars do not shine with their usual light. Humans are born in Ilavrita with the fragrance of lotus petals; they are wise, delight in pleasures, and enjoy the fruits of their good deeds. These excellent men live for thirteen thousand years. Ilavrita extends from Meru in every direction, measuring nine thousand in breadth. It is four-sided on all sides and shaped like a vast dish, embracing all within its expanse.