War in Ancient India c6.s2.2

c6.s2.2

The Bhindipāla and the nine following are minor weapons of this class. Probably this was a heavy club which had a broad and bent tail end, measuring one cubit in length.⁴⁶ It was to be used with the left foot of the warrior placed in front. The various uses of this weapon were cutting, hitting, striking and breaking.⁴⁷ It was like a kunta but with a big blade.⁴⁸ It was used by the Asuras in their fight with Kārtavīrya Arjuna.