The tripartite struggle for Kannauj was among the:

Correct option is B

The correct answer is: (B) Palas, Gurjara-Pratiharas and Rashtrakutas

• The tripartite struggle for Kannauj refers to the power struggle that took place in the 9th and 10th centuries for control of the city of Kannauj in northern India.

• The three main contenders were:

  • The Palas (ruled in Bengal and Bihar),

  • The Gurjara-Pratiharas (ruled in northern India, particularly Rajasthan),

  • The Rashtrakutas (ruled in the Deccan, particularly in Karnataka and Maharashtra).

• These three dynasties fought for dominance over Kannauj, which was a highly strategic and prosperous city.

• The Palas, under Dharmapala and Devapala, initially controlled Kannauj.

• The Gurjara-Pratiharas, led by Mihira Bhoja, also contested for the city, leading to conflicts with the Palas.

• The Rashtrakutas, under rulers like Dantidurga and Krishna I, attempted to gain control over Kannauj in the 9th century, marking the struggle as tripartite.

• This struggle weakened all three powers and allowed other emerging regional powers to gain influence in the region.