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Consider the following events in the history of India:

1. Rise of Pratiharas under King Bhoja
2. Establishment of Pallava power under Mahendravarman-I
3. Establishment of Chola power by Parantaka-I
4. Pala dynasty founded by Gopala

What is the correct chronological order of the above events, starting from the earliest time?

Options

2 – 1 – 4 - 3

3 – 1 – 4 - 2

2 – 4 – 1 - 3

3 – 4 – 1 – 2

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Correct Answer :

Option C

2 – 4 – 1 - 3

Solution :

The correct option is 2 – 4 – 1 - 3.

To understand the correct chronological sequence, let us look at the historical timeline for each of the given events:

1. Establishment of Pallava power under Mahendravarman-I (Event 2):
Mahendravarman-I was a prominent king of the Pallava dynasty who ruled the southern regions of India from approximately 600 to 630 CE (early 7^th century). His reign marked the beginning of a golden era of Pallava art, literature, and rock-cut temple architecture.

2. Pala dynasty founded by Gopala (Event 4):
Following a period of anarchy in Bengal, Gopala was elected by the local chieftains as the ruler, founding the Pala dynasty around 750 CE (mid-8^th century). He brought stability to the region and laid the foundation for the Pala Empire.

3. Rise of Pratiharas under King Bhoja (Event 1):
Mihira Bhoja, also known as King Bhoja, was the most illustrious ruler of the Gurjara-Pratihara dynasty. He ascended the throne in approximately 836 CE and ruled until 885 CE (9^th century), expanding the empire's boundaries and consolidating Pratihara power in northern India.

4. Establishment of Chola power by Parantaka-I (Event 3):
Parantaka-I ruled the Chola kingdom from approximately 907 to 955 CE (early 10^th century). He succeeded Aditya-I and built upon the base of the revived Imperial Cholas by conquering Madurai and defeating the Pandyas.

Comparing these dates from earliest to latest:
• Event 2 occurred in the early 7^th century (~600 CE)
• Event 4 occurred in the mid-8^th century (~750 CE)
• Event 1 occurred in the 9^th century (~836 CE)
• Event 3 occurred in the early 10^th century (~907 CE)

Thus, the correct chronological order starting from the earliest time is 2 – 4 – 1 - 3.