Kavad I

Biography

Kavad I had a turbulent reign marked by his support for the Mazdakite religious and social movement, which advocated for redistribution of wealth. He was briefly deposed by the nobility and clergy but regained his throne with Hephthalite support. His later years were spent in warfare with Byzantium.

Key Achievements

• Supported social reforms through Mazdakism
• Survived deposition and regained throne
• Father of the great Khosrow I
• Maintained empire through difficult times