INDIAN HISTORY

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Dahala in the early medieval period was the territory of the
A
Bhanjas
B
Paramaras
C
Chandelas
D
Kalachuris
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -They are also known as the Later Kalachuris to distinguish them from their earlier namesakes, especially the Kalachuris of Mahishmati. Their core territory included the historical Chedi region (also known as Dahala-mandala), and their capital was located at Tripuri (present-day Tewar near Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh).

Detailed explanation-2: -The time period was from 10-12th century. The Kalachuri’s of Chedi are also known as Kings of Dahalas, capital of Tripura, 6 kilometres away from Jubbulpore. Gangeyadeva was one of the most important rulers of Kalachuri dynasty as his policies aimed to make the Chedis the paramount power of North India.

Detailed explanation-3: -The Kalachuris of Ratnapura were a central Indian dynasty during 11th and 12th centuries. They ruled parts of present-day Chhattisgarh from their capital at Ratnapura (modern Ratanpur in Bilaspur district). They were an offshoot of the Kalachuris of Tripuri, and ruled as vassals of the parent dynasty for many years.

Detailed explanation-4: -The best-known Kalachuri family in Indian history ruled in central India, with its base at the ancient city of Tripuri (modern Tewar). Its origin is placed about the beginning of the 8th century, but little is known of its early history. The line comes into clearer focus only with Kokalla I (reigned c. 850–885).

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