Post-harsha Period : Emergence Of The Regional Dynasties - Tripartite Struggle –The Rise Of The Rajput States: Conflicts And Impact
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The Tripartite Struggle for Kannauj
- The Tripartite Struggle was a prolonged conflict between the Gurjara-Pratiharas, Palas, and Rashtrakutas for control over Kannauj.
- Kannauj was strategically important due to its fertile land and central location in the Ganges plain.
- The struggle lasted from the 8th to the 10th century and weakened all three powers.
Administration and Military Systems
- The administrative structure was based on earlier models like the Guptas and Chalukyas.
- The Pratihara and Pala empires divided their territories into bhukti (provinces), mandala/visaya (districts), and pattala (sub-districts).
- The Rashtrakutas used rashtra (province), visaya (district), and bhukti (smaller unit).
Rise of the Rajput Kingdoms
- After Harsha's death, Rajput clans emerged as dominant rulers in western and central India.
- Major Rajput dynasties included the Paramaras (Malwa), Chauhans (Ajmer-Delhi), Chandelas (Bundelkhand), Guhilas (Mewar), and Chaulukyas (Gujarat).
- Rajput society was clan-based, with strong loyalty to family, land, and honor (maan).
Society, Religion, and Culture
- Rajput society was patriarchal and deeply influenced by the caste system.
- Brahmins and upper castes enjoyed privileges, including lower land taxes.
- Women had limited rights; practices like sati were present among royal families.
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