Articles on Karnataka History
Ayyanakere: Karnataka's Ancient Lake and Its Folklore
By D. S. Somashekhar, Sarvamangala G · Journal of Indian History and Culture, 2024
The Ayyanakere lake in Sakharayapattna, Karnataka, is a historic natural tank constructed over 800 years ago by Hoysala ruler Ballala-II. Spanning approximately 18 kilometers in circumference, it is considered the third-largest lake in Karnataka and irrigates…
Cattle Raids and Heroic Resistance in Medieval Karnataka
Journal of Indian History and Culture, 2015
Cattle raids, known as *Goghrahana*, were a significant social and political issue in historical Karnataka and Chittoor, often leading to conflicts between groups. These raids, driven by theft or political motives, required collective defense, with entire…
Rani Attimabbe: Chivalry, Charity, and Jaina Influence in 10th-Century Karnataka
By T. SURYA PRAKASH, Y. RAMACHANDRA REDDY · Journal of Indian History and Culture, 2012
Rani Attimabbe (c. 974-1027 A.D.), a prominent Jaina noblewoman from Karnataka, is celebrated for her contributions to temple construction, patronage of Kannada literature, and role in Chalukyan politics. The study highlights two influential Jaina martial…