The Rashtrakuta king who conquered the Cholas was:

Correct option is A

The correct answer is (a) Krishna III

• Krishna III was one of the most powerful rulers of the Rashtrakuta dynasty, who reigned during the 10th century CE.

• He led successful military campaigns against the Chola dynasty and captured parts of Tamil Nadu, including Kanchi (Kanchipuram).

• His southern campaign inflicted a heavy defeat on Chola ruler Parantaka I, temporarily weakening Chola influence in the south.

• Krishna III extended Rashtrakuta power as far south as Tanjore and asserted control over regions in modern-day Tamil Nadu and Karnataka.

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• Rashtrakutas ruled Deccan India between the 8th and 10th centuries.
• Their capital was Manyakheta (present-day Malkhed in Karnataka).
• Krishna III also defeated the Cholas and Pandyas, consolidating Rashtrakuta supremacy in the south.
• He issued inscriptions boasting victories up to Rameswaram.
• Known for patronizing scholars and constructing Jain temples.
• His reign marked the peak of Rashtrakuta military power.