Shiladitya of Malwa
Shiladitya was a ruler of Malwa, who belonged the Second Aulikara dynasty of the Aulikara clan. He was the son of Yasodharman, and became the ruler of Malwa after Yasodharman. He was a follower of Buddhism.[1][2][3]
| Shiladitya of Malwa | |
|---|---|
| Reign | (545 CE- ? CE) |
| Predecessor | Yashodharman (515 CE - 545 CE) |
| Successor | ? |
| Dynasty | Second Aulikara dynasty |
Reign
The famous Chinese traveller, monk and scholar Huien Tsang mentioned him. His neighbours were believers of the brahmin religion who attacked him, and Shiladitya was drove away by them. Hence, he fled to Kashmir. Around 540 AD Pravarsena of Kashmir made him the king of Malwa again.
References
- Jat Itihas. Raj Mandi., Shri Brajendra Sahitya Samiti Ganesh Karyalay. 1934. pp. 713–714. Retrieved 16 September 2015.
- Ojha, N.K. (2001). The Aulikaras of Central India: History and Inscriptions, Chandigarh: Arun Publishing House, ISBN 81-85212-78-3, pp.19-20
- The Ancient Geography of India: I. The Buddhist Period, Including the Campaigns of Alexander, and the Travels of Hwen-Thsang. By Sir Alexander Cunningham, p.492
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