Kalhana (c. 12th century), a Kashmiri, was the author of Rajatarangini (River of Kings), an account of the history of Kashmir.
Kalhana has written: 'Kings of Kashmira' -- subject(s): History
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Kalhana, a 12th-century Kashmiri historian, composed the "Rajatarangini," a historical chronicle that documents the rulers of Kashmir from its mythical origins to his own time. He employed a critical approach, drawing on a variety of sources, including oral traditions, inscriptions, and earlier texts, to construct a narrative that blends history with legend. His work is notable for its chronological structure and attention to detail, providing insights into the political, cultural, and social dynamics of Kashmir. Kalhana aimed to establish a historical record that reflected the grandeur and complexity of his homeland's past.
The Kalhans Rajputs claim descent from the legendary king Kalhan, who is often associated with the historical figure of the 12th-century Kashmiri historian Kalhana. This lineage is believed to trace back to the Suryavanshi (solar dynasty) and is characterized by a rich legacy of valor and loyalty. Historically, the Kalhans were prominent in the regions of northern India, particularly in the areas that are now part of Rajasthan and Jammu. They have historically been involved in military and administrative roles, contributing significantly to the political landscape of their regions.
No particular class within Brahmins is high or low. According to Rajatarangini of Kalhana and some earlier inscriptions, classification occurs in the form of below given Sanskrit Shloka.कर्णाटकाश्च तैलङ्गा द्राविडा महाराष्ट्रकाः, गुर्जराश्चेति पञ्चैव द्राविडा विन्ध्यदक्षिणेसारस्वताः कान्यकुब्जा गौडा उत्कलमैथिलाः,पञ्चगौडा इति ख्याता विन्ध्स्योत्तरवासिनःExtract from the above Shloka: Karnataka (Kannada), Telugu (Andhra), Dravida (Tamil and Kerala), Maharashtra and Gujarat are Five Southern (Panch Dravida). Saraswata (Punjab,Kashmir & Sindh), Kanyakubja (Uttar Pradesh), Gauda (Kurukshetra and Rajasthan), Utkala (Orissa), Maithili (Bihar) are Five Northern (Pancha Gauda).