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Kakatiya Dynasty
Source :The Hindu

Indian Heritage and Culture 

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A temple constructed by emperor Ganapati Deva ruler of Kakatiya dynasty has been converted into an abode of local goddess Balusulamma (Goddess Durga).

Kakatii Devi temple

  • Presiding deity at this 13th century temple was Kakati Devi.
  • Due to ravages of time and for no upkeep, the presiding deity got damaged.
  • Villagers of Dharanikota, who had no knowledge about the hoary past of the temple, installed Balusulamma idol and started worshipping.
  • The idol is placed in a small shelter on the southern side of the temple, locally known as Gollabhama Gudi.
About Kakatiya

  • The 12th and 13th centuries saw the emergence of the Kakatiyas
  • They were the first feudatories of the Western Chalukyas of Kalyana, ruling over a small territory near Warangal.
  • The rule of Kakatiya Dynasty is considered to be in the region Telugu & Andhra Pradesh.
  • Ganapati was another king who came after Mahadeva who has made extension to Coastal regions.
  • Ganapathi Deva and Rudrama Devi are the prominent among the rulers.
  • As a result of the expansion policy of Delhi Sultanate under Alauddin Khalji leads the decline of the Dynasty. 
  • Major Architecture
    • Their Major constructions were reservoirs for irrigation.
    • During this period well establoshed Hindu temple was there. 
Recently Kakatiya Ramappa Temple Becomes World Heritage site

  • The decision was taken at the 44th session of the World Heritage Committee of UNESCO today.
  • Ramappa temple, a 13th century engineering marvel named after its architect, Ramappa, was proposed by the government as its only nomination for the UNESCO World Heritage site tag for the year 2019.
  • The iconic Ramappa Temple showcases the outstanding craftsmanship of great Kakatiya dynasty.

Current Affairs Compilation : 21 September 2020

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