Mahatalavara, Mahātalavara: 1 definition
Introduction:
Mahatalavara means something in the history of ancient India. If you want to know the exact meaning, history, etymology or English translation of this term then check out the descriptions on this page. Add your comment or reference to a book if you want to contribute to this summary article.
India history and geography
Mahātalavara.—(IE 8-2, 8-3; EI 25; HD), explained by some authorities as a subordinate ruler and by others as the police magistrate of a city or the prefect of the city police. Cf. Ep. Ind., Vol. XX, pp. 6, 16. See Talavara, Talāra, etc. Note: mahātalavara is defined in the “Indian epigraphical glossary” as it can be found on ancient inscriptions commonly written in Sanskrit, Prakrit or Dravidian languages.
The history of India traces the identification of countries, villages, towns and other regions of India, as well as mythology, zoology, royal dynasties, rulers, tribes, local festivities and traditions and regional languages. Ancient India enjoyed religious freedom and encourages the path of Dharma, a concept common to Buddhism, Hinduism, and Jainism.
See also (Relevant definitions)
Full-text: Mahatalavari, Talavara.
Relevant text
Search found 2 books and stories containing Mahatalavara, Mahātalavara; (plurals include: Mahatalavaras, Mahātalavaras). You can also click to the full overview containing English textual excerpts. Below are direct links for the most relevant articles:
Amaravati Art in the Context of Andhra Archaeology (by Sreyashi Ray chowdhuri)
Lower Kṛṣṇā Valley (7): Gummadidurru < [Chapter 2 - Amarāvatī and other Archaeological Sites of Ancient Andhra Pradesh]
Nagarjunikonda < [April 1955]
Buddhism in Andhra – Its Arrival, Spread and < [July – September, 1994]