Nayankara, Nāyaṅkara, Nāyaṅkāra: 1 definition
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Nayankara 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.
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Source: Cologne Digital Sanskrit Dictionaries: Indian Epigraphical GlossaryNāyaṅkara or Nāyaṅkāra.—(EI 16; ASLV), the feudal system prevalent in the Vijayanagara kingdom, in which the Nāyakas enjoyed royal land on condition of offering military service; see Nāyaka, Amara-nāyaka. Note: nāyaṅkara is defined in the “Indian epigraphical glossary” as it can be found on ancient inscriptions commonly written in Sanskrit, Prakrit or Dravidian languages.
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