Jayasimha I (Eastern Chalukyas) facts for kids
Jayasimha I was an important king of the Eastern Chalukya kingdom. He ruled for a long time, helping to lead his people. He took over the throne after his father, Kubja Vishnuvardhana.
Who Was Jayasimha I?
Jayasimha I was a ruler from the Eastern Chalukya dynasty. This was a powerful family that ruled parts of southern India many years ago. He became king in the year 641 CE.
Becoming King
Jayasimha I became king after his father, Kubja Vishnuvardhana, passed away. In those times, the oldest son often took over the kingdom. This is called succeeding to the throne.
His Time as Ruler
Jayasimha I ruled for a very long time. He was king for 32 years, from 641 CE to 673 CE. A long reign like his often meant a period of stability for the kingdom.
Who Came Next?
After Jayasimha I, his younger brother, Indra Bhattaraka, became the new king. This shows how power was passed down within the royal family.
Further Reading
- Durga Prasad, History of the Andhras up to 1565 A. D., P. G. Publishers, Guntur (1988)
- South Indian Inscriptions - Inscriptions
- Nilakanta Sastri, K.A. (1955). A History of South India, OUP, New Delhi (Reprinted 2002).
