Religious Beliefs
Bappa Rawal was also known to be a just ruler. After having ruled his kingdom for a long time he abdicated the throne in favour of his son, he became a devout Siva 'upasak' (worshiper of Shiva ) and became a 'Yati' (an ascetic who has full control over his passions).
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