The north Indian dynasties that confronted the Rashtrakutas were:
Correct Answer:
(C)
The Pratiharas and the Palas
The Rashtrakutas, emerging as a dominant power in the Deccan, frequently confronted the Pratiharas of western India and the Palas of Bengal. These conflicts were part of the larger tripartite struggle for control over the rich Gangetic plains and Kanauj.
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32
Who was the first prominent ruler of the Pratihara dynasty?
Correct Answer:
(B)
Nagabhatta
Nagabhata I was the first prominent ruler of the Pratihara dynasty. He successfully defended western India against Arab invasions, laying the foundations for the dynasty’s later rise to prominence in northern India.
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33
The Pratihara ruler who occupied Kannauj?
Correct Answer:
(C)
Nagabhata
Nagabhata II, a successor of the Pratihara dynasty, occupied Kannauj and made it a central seat of power. His control over Kannauj was a crucial development that elevated the Pratiharas’ status among the tripartite powers vying for supremacy in northern India.
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34
Pratihara dynasty came to an end in:
Correct Answer:
(B)
1018 A.D
The Pratihara dynasty effectively came to an end around 1018 A.D., after repeated defeats by external invaders like Mahmud of Ghazni and internal decline, marking the collapse of their once formidable empire.
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35
Consider the following statements
1. Rajputs came into existence before the downfall of Pratihara empire.
2. The Rajputs rulers divided the kingdoms among landed units called jars.
3. Rajput women enjoyed the same position as men.
Which of the above is/are not correct?
Correct Answer:
(D)
2 and 3 only
Statement 2 is incorrect because Rajput rulers divided their kingdoms into administrative units, but not specifically called “jars.” Statement 3 is also incorrect as Rajput women, although respected, did not enjoy equal status with men, especially in terms of political and military rights. Therefore, both statements 2 and 3 are not correct.
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36
The Rashtrakutas were constantly involved in conflicts with which of the following kingdoms?
Eastern Chalukyas of Vengi
Pallavas of Kanchi
Pandyas of Madurai
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
Correct Answer:
(D)
All of the above
The Rashtrakutas were constantly involved in conflicts with the Eastern Chalukyas of Vengi, Pallavas of Kanchi, and Pandyas of Madurai. These conflicts were primarily driven by territorial disputes and competition for power and resources. These kingdoms were their major adversaries during the Rashtrakuta rule.
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37
Which empires were defeated by Dantidurga?
1. Gurjaras of Malwa
2. Rulers of Kalinga
3. Rulers of Kosala
4. Rulers of Srisailam
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
Correct Answer:
(D)
All of the above
Dantidurga, the founder of the Rashtrakuta dynasty, is credited with significantly expanding their territory through military conquests, defeating powerful kingdoms like the Gurjaras of Malwa, the rulers of Kalinga, Kosala, and Srisailam, establishing their dominance in a large part of the Indian subcontinent during his reign.
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38
Who was the founder of the Sena dynasty?
Correct Answer:
(B)
Hemanta Sen
The Sena Dynasty was founded by Hemanta Sena. He was the son of Samanta Sena. Hemanta Sena declared himself king in 10095 AD. C) Lakshman Sena succeeded Ballal Sena in 1179.
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39
Which of the following statements are correct with respect to the Rashtrakutas?
1. Rashtrakuta rule lasted in the Deccan till the end of the 10th century.
2. They were not tolerant in their religious views.
3. The great Apabhramsha poet Swayambhu and his son probably lived at the Rashtrakuta court.
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
Correct Answer:
(C)
1 and 3 only
Statement 1 is correct: The Rashtrakuta Empire ruled the Deccan region for almost two centuries, spanning from the 8th to the 10th century. Their reign effectively ended with the sacking and burning of their capital, Manyakheta (Malkhed), in 972 CE by the Paramara kings.
Statement 2 is incorrect: The Rashtrakutas were renowned for their religious tolerance, not intolerance. They were patrons of Shaivism, Vaishnavism, and Jainism, and even supported Buddhism, allowing for a diverse spiritual environment within their empire. Their reign was marked by a flourishing of different religious traditions, with rulers like Amoghavarsha even being devout Jain followers while also patronizing other faiths.
Statement 3 is correct: The Rashtrakutas dynasty kings were great patrons of the arts and letters. In addition to all other dominant languages, scholars also wrote in apabhramsha, the so-called corrupt languages that were forerunners of various modern languages. The famous apabhramsha poet Svayambhu and his son probably lived at the Rashtrakuta court.
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40
Which of the following kings succeeded the king Amoghavarsha I?
Correct Answer:
(C)
Krishna II
Krishna II, also known as Kannara, ruled the Rashtrakuta Empire from 878 A.D. to 914 A.D. He succeeded his father Amoghavarsha I, who had a remarkable 64-year reign. Krishna II’s rule marked the continuation of the Rashtrakuta dynasty.