History · Emergence of Regional Kingdoms
UGC NET June 2012 History
The rulers of which dynasty of the Deccan have been described by Arab writers as the four great sovereigns of the world?
AChalukyas of Vatapi
BChalukyas of Kalyani
CMauryas of Konkan
DRashtrakutas of Manyakheta ✓ Correct
Correct answer: (D) Rashtrakutas of Manyakheta — The Rashtrakutas of Manyakheta were so described, so the answer is the Rashtrakutas.
Explanation
★The Rashtrakutas of Manyakheta were so described, so the answer is the Rashtrakutas.
★Arab writers ranked them among the four great sovereigns of the contemporary world.
★The dynasty was founded by Dantidurga in the eighth century.
★Krishna I of this line built the magnificent rock-cut Kailasa temple at Ellora.
★The Rashtrakutas controlled much of the Deccan and dominated its trade and politics.
★Their wealth and power impressed Arab merchants and travellers alike.
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