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?
[UPSC Civil Services Exam – 2020 Prelims]
(a) 2 – 1 – 4 – 3
(b) 3 – 1 – 4 – 2
(c) 2 – 4 – 1 – 3
(d) 3 – 4 – 1 – 2
Answer: (c)
Explanation:
- During the reign of Mahendravarman I (571–630 CE), the Pallavas rose to prominence as a significant power.
- Gopala established the Pala dynasty in CE 750 and held the throne until the 770s CE.
- King Bhoja of the Pratihara dynasty governed from 836 to 885 CE.
- Parantaka I was a ruler of the Chola dynasty who reigned from 907 to 953 CE.
Therefore, option (c) is the correct answer.
