History · Sources of Medieval Indian History
UGC NET December 2024 History
Identify the regions conquered by the Chandelas and the Kalachuris in the 9th century CE. Choose the correct answer from the options given below.
- 1. Karnata
- 2. Gauda
- 3. Radha
- 4. Anga
- 5. Vanga
A1, 2, 3 and 4 only
B2, 3, 4 and 5 only ✓ Correct
C1, 3, 4 and 5 only
D3, 4 and 5 only
Correct answer: (B) 2, 3, 4 and 5 only — The correct statements are 2, 3, 4 and 5 only.
Explanation
★The correct statements are 2, 3, 4 and 5 only.
★By the ninth century the Pala power declined under weak successors defeated by the Rashtrakutas and Pratiharas.
★Assam and Orissa declared independence.
★The Chandelas and Kalachuris claimed that their armies defeated the Gaudas, Radhas, Angas and Vangas.
★By the tenth century the Pala dynasty re-emerged under Mahipala I.
★Karnata was not among these conquered regions, so the first statement is wrong.
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