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The Rashtrakuta kingdom was founded by-

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

Answer options

  1. Danti Durga
  2. Amoghavarsh
  3. Govinda III
  4. Indra III

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Danti Durga

Explanation: The correct answer is A. Danti Durga. Danti Durga (also known as Dantidurga) was the founder of the Rashtrakuta dynasty, which rose to power in the 8th century CE in the Deccan region. Danti Durga was originally a feudatory of the Chalukyas of Badami. Around 735–756 CE, he established independence and overthrew Kirtivarman II, the last Chalukya ruler, marking the beginning of Rashtrakuta rule.