Jain Journal 1994 07

Author(s): Jain Bhawan Publication
Publisher: Jain Bhawan Publication

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KUMARI: DANACHINTAMANI ATTIMOBBE -- AN APPRAISAL
of all the ministers of Taila II: e.g., "Sakala Chakravartiya Sabha Samvasa Chatura', 'Sachivottama', i.e., an intelligent man in arranging the Court of Taila II, and best among the ministers.33 The Lakkundi inscription also provides some details of Ajitapurana. Here Dhallapa is eulogised as Bujadanda of Ahavamalla, i.e., the right hand of Taila II. 34 It is important to note that the Lakkundi inscription which highlights the high position held by Dhallapa, says that the latter was equal to the King in all respects, and the only difference that existed was the title of kingship. 35 From this , it appears that the relation between the King and the Minister was one of trust and intimacy. Like Taila II, Dhalla was proficient, intelligent, highly learned, rich, diplomatic, and valiant in war.
Further, the Lakkundi inscription credits him with winning victories over Vengi, Tigules, Konkana and Malwa. 36 It is well-known that the Chalukyan army under Taila II made inroads into the Vengi region. It should also be noted that the power of the Chalukyas of Vengi was slowly diminishing during this period, and the Cholas were penetrating into the Vengi Chalukyan polity.
Taila II also is stated to have defeated and killed Munja of Malwa. This was indeed a formidable battle, which ultimately extended the influence of Taila II across the river Narmada. According to the Lakkundi inscription, Dhallapa appears to have led a section of the Chalukan army to Malwa which ultimately led to the Chalukyan victory.
Profile of Nagadeva
Nagadeva, Dhallapa's eldest son was a bright star of Vajivamsa. Family ties between Mallapa and Dhallapa became intimate, when latter's son, Nagadeva married two daughters of Mallapa, Attimobbe and Dendamobbe. Nagadeva, following the footsteps of his elders, had joined the service of Taila II. Referring to the military prowessness of Nagadeva, the Lakkundi inscription states that while his father Dhallapa frightened the kings of Vengi, his son Nagadeva captured Audhras in battle.' He also chased Mallama from Karahata
33. Santipurana, Intro. 34. SII, No. 52, St. 8. 35. Ibid., Sts: 10-11. 36. Ibid., Sts:9-10.