The first battle at Tarain (1191): Prithviraj was the ruler of Delhi and Ajmer when Ghori was marching towards Delhi after conquering several parts of Punjab. Prithviraj was able to unite some Rajput states to present a united front against the common enemy. However Jai Chand, the ruler of Kanauj did not join the confederation of some Rajput states headed [...]
Before we discuss the statement of Lane-poole regarding Mahmud and Ghori, it would be pertinent to have a brief comparison between their similarities and dissimilarities. This comparison would help us to find in what respects Ghori is an obscure as compared with Mahmud. Similarities: 1. Both came from Ghazni. 2. Both were Turkish invaders. 3. Both were brave, hardworking and [...]
Aira Maharaja Mahameghavahana Kharavela was one of the greatest kings of ancient India. He was the first great historical monarch of ancient Kalinga who belonged to the soil, and styled himself as Chetaraja-Vamsa Vardhana, and Kalingadhipati. His personality is known from the Hatigumpha Inscription. It says that he possessed many auspicious signs on his body, was gifted with many qualities, [...]