The Aravidu Dynasty of Vijayanagara, Vol. I v1.c13.240

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The founder of the Nayak Dynasty of Madura proved a valiant warrior and a skilful administrator. The Palaiyakaran system was developed by him in the South. This system, though somewhat defective as fomenting ambitions and weakening the central power, was nevertheless a definite progressive step towards the modern federation of states. In this respect Visvanatha Nayaka's administrative system was far in advance of his age. In his rule he was energetic and practical; he is called "the best skilled in putting down disputes": in his presence Timmappa Nayaka, the King's agent, settled some disputes between the two parties of the inhabitants of Kondakai⁶.