Which dynasty was founded by Dantidurga in the mid-8th century?

Correct option is A

The correct answer is (a) Rashtrakuta Dynasty.
• Dantidurga founded the Rashtrakuta dynasty around 753 CE after defeating the Chalukyas of Badami.
Information Booster:
• Capital: Manyakheta (modern Malkhed in Karnataka).
• Most powerful ruler: Krishna I (built Kailasa Temple, Ellora).
• Patronized literature in Kannada and Sanskrit.
• Rashtrakutas ruled large parts of Deccan and South India.
• Known for promoting trade and temple architecture.
Additional Knowledge:
• Period: 8th–10th century CE.
• Defeated by Tailapa II (Western Chalukya) in the 10th century.
• Major kings: Dhruva, Govinda III, Amoghavarsha I.
• Mentioned in Aihole inscription and Prashastis.