Many historians have written about the Solanki Rajputs, who are also known as the Chaulukyas of Gujarat. However, the noble Queen Naiki Devi's valour in defeating Ghori in the Battle of Gandarghatta/Kasaharada/Kakadadaha in 1178
is overlooked.
is overlooked.
Equestrian talents, archery skills, combat skills, and weapon mastery were among Naiki Devi's many abilities. She married Raja Ajaypal, the Solanki monarch of Gujarat (also known as the Chaulukyas). The reign of Raja Ajay Pal was short, as he died only four years
after succeeding to the throne. Mulraj II, King Ajay Pal's son, was seated on the throne, while Rani Naiki Devi continued to rule the country as Raj Mata. Ghori proceeded on to Gujarat and Southern Rajputana after conquering Multan and the fortress of Uch.
his next goal was the Chalukya capital of Anhilwara Patan.
Naiki Devi was summoned by Ghori to appear before him. Naiki Devi, on the other hand, refused to give up. To combat the Ghori, she chose the steep and rocky terrain of Gadaraghatta (Mt Abu).
Naiki Devi was summoned by Ghori to appear before him. Naiki Devi, on the other hand, refused to give up. To combat the Ghori, she chose the steep and rocky terrain of Gadaraghatta (Mt Abu).
According to Merutunga, she was leading this army and hitting the Turkashas with her sword as if she was being assisted by divine power. In this war, the Chauhan Rajputs of Naddula and Jalor backed the Solanki Rajputs, with Durjanshal JI Jhala leading the Solanki army. Mularaj,
who was a minor at the time, was on the throne, and Nayaki Devi was the queen. According to KM Munshi, the majority of his (ghori)forces were slain or converted to Hinduism. In that war
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