Extension and Religion of Kalinga Empire

The present state of Orissa, in ancient times had various names, the most prominent of which were Kalinga, Utkal, Odra and Kosala. Among these political units, Kalinga occupied a conspicuous place. The earliest mention of Kalinga is found in the Aitareya Brahmana. In the Mahabharata, there is a reference about the existence of Kalinga. In the Vana Parva of Mahabharata, [...]