What specific historical context does the author provide in this section, and how does it relate to the name 'Hemadpant'?

The author briefly touches upon historical context in Chapter 2 by mentioning the period when the Bhagavat Dharma was promoted by saints like Jnanoba and Nama. He then notes a significant shift when "Yavana" (Muslim) armies descended from the North, resulting in widespread Muslim rule and a decline of power in the Deccan. It was in a prior era that the original statesman Hemadpant, known for his cleverness, was prominent. The author's given nickname was thus an "honor for cleverness," linking him to this historical figure, but it was also, as the text states, a pointed remark intended to curb his pride.