Q. The famous emperor “Amoghavarsha I” belonged to which of the following dynasty?

[A] Palas

[B] Shakas

[C] Chalukyas

[D] Rashtrakutas

Answer: D
Notes:

Explanation: Amoghavarsha I (c.814−878 CE): One of the most famous of the Rashtrakutas, who built a new capital city, that of Manyakheta (modern Malkhed).

  • He defeated the invading Eastern Chalukyas at Vingavalli and assumed the title Viranarayana.
  • Also made peace with the Western Gangas by giving them two of his daughters in marriage.
  • It is interesting to note that unlike his father, he preferred to maintain friendly relations with his neighbours, the Gangas, the Eastern Chalukyas and the Pallavas with whom he also cultivated marital ties.

Source: Poonam Dahiya

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