Madhava Varma II | |
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Andhradhipati, Dakshinapatha, Trisamdradhipati, Paramaheswara, Janashraya | |
Vishnukundina King | |
Reign | c. 440 – c. 460 |
Predecessor | Madhava Varma I |
Successor | Vikramendra Varma II |
Issue | Vikramendra Varma I, Deva Varma |
Dynasty | Vishnukundina |
Madhava Varma II was the most successful ruler of the Vishnukundina dynasty, controlling parts of the Deccan and eastern coast of India in the mid-5th century AD. He is regarded as the greatest ruler of his dynasty. The Vishnukundina Empire reached its greatest territorial extent under him. It was during this period the Vishnukundina dynasty was raised, in its own estimation, to the imperial dignity.[1][2][3]
The most notable military achievement of Madhava Varma II was his victory over the Vakataka emperor Prithvishena II. The daughter of Prithvishena II, Vakataka Mahadevi, was given in marriage to Madhava Varma II.[4][5]