Pattanaka, Paṭṭaṇaka: 1 definition
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Pattanaka 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: What is India: Epigraphia Indica volume XXIX (1951-1952)Paṭṭaṇaka (पट्टणक) is the name of an ancient city, as mentioned in the Maser inscription of a Śulkī chief.—Accordingly, the hero (Kesarin ?) is then stated to have met the Hūṇas, sent by Lolikya, in battle at Paṭṭaṇaka and to have destroyed a large army consisting of horses, elephants, and infantry. Then follows a description of the plight of enemy women who resolved to put themselves to death. In the battles fought by the hero (Kesarin ?) even the skulls of the fallen enemies were not traceable.
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.
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Ends with: Kakapattanaka.
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