Consider the following dynasties:
- Hoysala
- Gahadavala
- Kakatiya
- Yadava
How many of the above dynasties established their kingdoms in early eighth century AD?
Detailed Explanation:
Answer: Option 4 — None
None of the listed dynasties established their kingdoms in the early eighth century AD (701-800 AD). The Hoysala dynasty was founded around 1006 AD, the Gahadavala dynasty around 1089 AD, the Kakatiya dynasty gained prominence around 1163 AD (though they existed as feudatories earlier around 1000 AD), and the Yadava dynasty was established around 850 AD. Even the earliest among these (Yadavas) falls outside the early eighth-century timeframe.
📝 Short Notes: Major Medieval Indian Dynasties Timeline
| Dynasty | Establishment Period | Region | Key Information |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hoysala | 1006 AD | Karnataka (Dwarasamudra) | Founded by Nripa Kama; reached zenith under Vishnuvardhana and Ballala II |
| Gahadavala | 1089 AD | Kannauj and Varanasi | Founded by Chandradeva; ruled parts of present-day UP and Bihar |
| Kakatiya | 1163 AD (independence) | Warangal (Telangana) | Initially feudatories of Western Chalukyas; Prola II declared independence |
| Yadava | 850 AD (as feudatories) 1187 AD (independence) |
Devagiri (Maharashtra) | Also known as Seuna dynasty; gained independence under Bhillama V |
Early Eighth Century Context:
During the early eighth century AD, the major powers in India were:
- Pala Dynasty – Established around 750 AD in Bengal and Bihar by Gopala
- Pratihara Dynasty – Rose to prominence in the 8th century in Malwa and Rajasthan
- Rashtrakuta Dynasty – Established around 753 AD in Deccan by Dantidurga
These three dynasties engaged in the famous Tripartite Struggle for control over Kannauj during the 8th-10th centuries.
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