Q. The Palas, Pratiharas and the Rashtrakutas fought for control over which citizenship?
(a) Ujjain
(b) Pataliputra
(c) Kannauj
(d) Kaushambi
Ans: (c) Kannauj
The correct answer is (c) Kannauj.
Explanation: The Palas, Pratiharas, and Rashtrakutas were prominent dynasties in medieval India that vied for control over the city of Kannauj. Kannauj, located in present-day Uttar Pradesh, was a strategically important city and served as a center of political power during that period.
The Palas were a dynasty that ruled over Bengal and Bihar in eastern India. The Pratiharas were a Rajput dynasty that held sway over parts of northern and central India, with their capital at Kannauj. The Rashtrakutas were a dynasty that emerged in the Deccan region and expanded their influence northward, frequently clashing with other dynasties for control over Kannauj. The struggle for dominance over Kannauj among these three dynasties was a recurring theme in medieval Indian history and marked a significant power struggle in the region. Kannauj was regarded as a prestigious and influential city, which led to fierce competition among these dynasties for its control