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Kashmir Revolt (1010s)

Type Event Region South Asia Time 1010–1019

In the 1010s, the Kingdom of Kashmir experienced severe internal political turmoil during the reign of Sangramaraja.

Timeline

  1. c. 1010–1014Srinagar · KashmirAfter Sangramaraja acceded, fierce conflicts erupted in the court between Brahmin nobles and local lords over appointments, tribute, and succession rights, with assassinations and armed standoffs occurring in many places.
  2. c. 1014–1016Kashmir Valley · KashmirLocal lords rose in arms against royal authority both inside and outside the valley; the royal army and rebels clashed repeatedly, and central control over outlying areas declined markedly.
  3. 1015–1019Himalayan passes · HimalayasMahmud led an army attempting to invade Kashmir through the mountain passes but was forced to withdraw due to blizzards and supply difficulties. The royal court barely maintained independence while suppressing internal revolts, but the state's strength was greatly depleted.

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