Caṇḍeśvara Ṭhakkura
Caṇḍeśvara Ṭhakkura | |
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| Born | 13th century CE |
| Died | 1315 CE |
| Occupation(s) | Minister of peace and war |
| Title | Praśnacandesvara |
| Parent | Virešvara |
| Relatives | Jayadatta (cousin) |
Caṇḍeśvara Thakkura was a Maithili-language political theorist and general during the 14th century. He served as minister for peace and war and chief judge in the court of Harisimhadeva who was the last King of the Karnat dynasty of Mithila. This dynasty ruled parts of modern-day Mithilanchal and Southern Nepal. His family had their origins in the village of Bisfi in modern-day Madhubani district.