History of India, c. 150 A.D. to 350 A.D.: Naga–Vakataka Imperial Period c15.s4.25
History of India, c. 150 A.D. to 350 A.D.: Nāga–Vākāṭaka Imperial Period c15.s4.25
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101. The Vākāṭakas seem to have been strong in horse which is noted in the Ajaṇṭā inscription dealing with the military greatness of Vindhyaśakti. Here seems to lie the key to the military strength of the Vākāṭakas. Only a power strong in cavalry can successfully operate in the Vindhyas. The horse of the Bundelās became famous in later history. The cavalry tradition of Bundelkhand is probably ancient.