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The duration of Tripartite Struggle was?

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

Answer options

  1. 200 years
  2. 100 years
  3. 400 years
  4. 50 years

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: 200 years

Explanation: The correct answer is A. 200 years. The Tripartite Struggle was a prolonged conflict between the Palas, the Gurjara-Pratiharas, and the Rashtrakutas for control over Kannauj in North India. It started around the mid-8th century and continued until the 10th century, spanning nearly 200 years. This power struggle was significant in shaping early medieval Indian politics.