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Arrange the following rulers of the Pala dynasty in the chronological order?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Dharmapal < Devpal < Mahipal < Naypal
  2. Mahipal < Dharmapal < Naypal < Devpal
  3. Devpal < Dharmapal < Mahipal < Naypal
  4. Mahipal < Dharmapal < Devpal < Naypal

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Dharmapal < Devpal < Mahipal < Naypal

Explanation: The correct answer is A. Dharmapal < Devpal < Mahipal < Naypal. The correct chronological order of the notable Pala rulers is: Dharmapala (770–810 CE), expanded the empire and was a powerful monarch. Devapala (810–850 CE), his son, further extended the empire to its zenith. Mahipala I (988–1038 CE), revived Pala power after a decline. Nayapala (1038–1055 CE), succeeded Mahipala I and continued the lineage.