The inscriptions of Prithivishena II, the son and successor of Narendrasena, state that Narendrasena's authority was acknowledged by the rulers of Kosala, Mekala, and Malwa. These regions were likely seized either from local feudatories of the Guptas[5] or directly from Skandagupta.[6][7]
| Vakataka Conquest of Malwa | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Part of Wars of Gupta Empire | |||||||||
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| Belligerents | |||||||||
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Gupta Empire Local Gupta Feudatories[a] |
 Vakataka dynasty | ||||||||
| Commanders and leaders | |||||||||
| Skandagupta[c][d] | Narendrasena | ||||||||
During this time, the Gupta Empire, the dominant power in northern India, was occupied with defending against Huna invasions. This situation may have provided an opportunity for the Vakatakas to expand their territory in central India. However, their control over Malwa was short-lived, as it was soon recaptured by Skandagupta.[8][9][10][11]
Battle
editAccording to RC Majumdar
editAccording to RC Majumdar Narendrasena defeated Local Gupta Fedutaries who changed their alliances from Gupta Empire to Narendrasena and Malwa was incorporated into Vakataka dynasty.[5]
According to Dasgupta and Atllekar
editNarendrasena, a ruler of the Vakataka dynasty, is noted in ancient records for having authority over the regions of Kosala, Mekala, and Malwa. While the exact dates of his reign remain uncertain, it is widely believed that he was a contemporary of the Gupta emperor Skandagupta.[6] If this connection is accurate, Narendrasena may have launched an invasion of Malwa, potentially exploiting or contributing to the unrest in the region during the later years of Skandagupta's rule. However, it appears that this invasion was a temporary campaign, as Narendrasena did not establish lasting control over Malwa.[7]
A.S Atlekar also states that Narendrasena captured Malwa from Skandagupta.[6]
See Also
editNotes
edit- ^ According to Historian MC Majumdar Narendrasena defeated Local Gupta Feudatories not Skandagupta himself[1]
- ^ Malwa was captured from Local Feudatories of Skandagupta by Narendrasena of Vakataka Dynasty[2]
- ^ King Narendrasena of the Vākāṭaka dynasty is mentioned in ancient records as having had control over the regions of Kosala, Mekala, and Malava. Although the exact date of Narendrasena's rule is unclear, many believe he was a contemporary of the Gupta ruler Skandagupta. If this is true, Narendrasena may have invaded Malwa, either causing local problems or being motivated by the unrest in the area. This could have led to significant trouble in Skandagupta's empire near the end of his reign. However, it seems that Narendrasena did not gain any lasting control over the region, and his invasion was likely a temporary raid.[3]
- ^ A.S Atllekar also states that Malwa was captured by Narendrasena of Vakatakas from Skandagupta.[4]
Reference
edit- ^ Majumdar, Ramesh Chandra; Altekar, Anant Sadashiv (1954). Vakataka Gupta age (Circa 200-550 A.D.). p. 109.
- ^ Majumdar, Ramesh Chandra; Altekar, Anant Sadashiv (1954). Vakataka Gupta age (Circa 200-550 A.D.). p. 109.
- ^ K. K Dasgupta (1960). A Comprehensive History Of India Vol. 3, Part. 1. p. 77.
- ^ Sinha, Bindeshwari Prasad (1977). Dynastic History of Magadha.
- ^ a b Majumdar, Ramesh Chandra; Altekar, Anant Sadashiv (1954). Vakataka Gupta age (Circa 200-550 A.D.). p. 109.
- ^ a b c Sinha, Bindeshwari Prasad (1977). Dynastic History of Magadha. p. 77.
- ^ a b K. K Dasgupta (1960). A Comprehensive History Of India Vol. 3, Part. 1. p. 77.
- ^ Bakker, Hanes (1997). Vakatakas: An Essay in Hindu Iconology. p. 29.
- ^ DC, Sircar. The Classical Age (5th ed.). 1997. p. 187.
- ^ History Of The Imperial Guptas.
- ^ "Vakataka dynasty | Ancient Indian Empire, History & Art | Britannica". www.britannica.com. Retrieved 2024-12-28.