The Early History of the Deccan (Parts I–XI) v2.c14.s1.t7.2

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Rāmachandra’s accession took place in the latter half of A.D. 1271.⁴ Public opinion seems to have felt that he was perfectly justified in using force and stratagem to secure the throne which rightfully belonged to him. Whether it approved of the subsequent blinding (and murder?) of Ammaṇa we do not know. Most of the trusted ministers of Mahādeva were disinclined to champion the cause of his son. They almost immediately transferred their allegiance to Rāmachandra and began to serve him loyally and zealously.