Consider the following events in the history of India:
- Rise of Pratiharas under King Bhoja
- Establishment of Pallava power under Mahendravarman-I
- Establishment of Chola power by Parantaka-I
- Pala dynasty founded by Gopala
What is the correct chronological order of the above events, starting from the earliest time?
Detailed Explanation:
Answer: Option 3 — 2-4-1-3
The correct chronological sequence begins with Mahendravarman-I establishing Pallava power (c. 600-630 CE), followed by Gopala founding the Pala dynasty (c. 750 CE), then King Bhoja's rise among the Pratiharas (836-885 CE), and finally Parantaka-I establishing Chola power (907-955 CE). This arrangement reflects the temporal progression of major regional dynasties from the early medieval to the medieval period in Indian history.
📝 Short Notes: Early Medieval Dynasties Chronology
| Dynasty | Region | Ruler Mentioned | Period | Key Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pallavas | South India (Tamil Nadu) | Mahendravarman-I | 600-630 CE | Known for rock-cut architecture; patronized art and literature; preceded the Cholas |
| Palas | Eastern India (Bengal, Bihar) | Gopala (founder) | 750-770 CE | Buddhist patrons; Nalanda and Vikramashila universities flourished; ruled until 12th century |
| Pratiharas | North India (Malwa, Rajasthan) | King Bhoja | 836-885 CE | Part of Tripartite struggle; resisted Arab invasions; peak under Bhoja |
| Cholas | South India (Tamil Nadu) | Parantaka-I | 907-955 CE | Imperial Cholas began with Vijayalaya; Parantaka-I expanded the empire; later reached peak under Rajaraja and Rajendra |
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