Mayurasharma
Mayurasharma, also known as Mayurashvarma, is traditionally credited as the founder of the Kadamba dynasty, an early South Indian kingdom centered in present-day Karnataka. He is associated with Banavasi, the Kadamba capital, and with the early use of Kannada in royal administration.
Origins and rise: According to legend, Mayurasharma belonged to the Kadamba clan and traveled to the Pallava
Historical basis and dating: Details about Mayurasharma are scarce, and dates are uncertain; most traditions place
Legacy and significance: The Kadamba dynasty is regarded as one of the earliest native South Indian kingdoms