​Which Pratihara ruler assumed the title ‘Adivarah’?​

Correct option is D

Correct Answer: (D) Mihir Bhoj

• Mihir Bhoj, a prominent ruler of the Gurjara-Pratihara dynasty, assumed the title ‘Adivarah’, meaning "Prime Boar", symbolically associated with Lord Vishnu's Varaha (boar) avatar.

• This title reflects the ruler’s association with Vaishnavism and his divine right to rule.

• Mihir Bhoj ruled during the 9th century CE and significantly expanded the Pratihara Empire.

• He issued coins and inscriptions referring to himself as Adivarah, highlighting religious symbolism in his reign.

• (A) Nagbhatt I: Founder of the Pratihara dynasty; did not use the title Adivarah.

• (B) Nagbhatt II: Successor and also a powerful ruler but not known by this title.

• (C) Vatsraj: Preceded Mihir Bhoj; engaged in conflicts with Palas and Rashtrakutas, but not associated with this title.