The Dynastic History of Northern India (Early Mediaeval Period) v2.c34.s2.9

v2.c34.s2.9

Harṣarāja was succeeded by Guhila II, his son by the queen Sillā. Guhila married Rajjhā, a daughter of the Paramāra Vallabharāja (V. 24). I am unable to identify this prince. The Chatsu inscription tells us that Guhila II created the impression that he was Guhila I come to life again to destroy his foes (V. 22). We are further told (V. 23) that with excellent horses he vanquished the *Gauḍādhinātha* and levied tribute upon the princes of the east (*prācya*). I am inclined to identify this lord of Gauḍa with Devapāla (*c.* 815-54). If this is accepted, we must conclude that the expedition of Guhila II was undertaken in the interest of his overlord, who was still probably Bhoja I (*c.* 836-90 A.D.). It seems likely that the small silver coins bearing the legend *Srī-Guhila* or *Guhila-Śrī* which were dug up in Agra in 1869² really belonged to this prince.