The Yaudheyas, a prominent #warrior #clan from early #historic to #medieval times, are referenced in texts ranging from Panini’s Ashtadhyayi to the #Mahabharata and inscriptions of Rudradaman and Samudragupta. Dominating southeastern Punjab and Rajasthan, they were known for their military strength, autonomy, and unique coinage. Devout Hindus, particularly worshippers of Karthikeya, the Yaudheyas integrated martial prowess with religious devotion, leaving a significant mark on ancient India’s political and cultural history.

The Yaudheyas, a prominent #warrior #clan from early #historic to #medieval times, are referenced in texts ranging from Panini’s Ashtadhyayi to the #Mahabharata and inscriptions of Rudradaman and Samudragupta. Dominating southeastern Punjab and Rajasthan, they were known for their military strength, autonomy, and unique coinage. Devout Hindus, particularly worshippers of Karthikeya, the Yaudheyas integrated martial prowess with religious devotion, leaving a significant mark on ancient India’s political and cultural history.