Who is the founder of the Pala dynasty?

Correct option is C

Correct Answer: (c) Gopala
Explanation:
· The Pala dynasty was founded in the 8th century when Gopala was elected king by the chieftains of Bengal to restore order after a period of anarchy.
· The Pala rulers (Gopala, Dharmapala, Devapala and successors) became patrons of Buddhism and major benefactors of institutions such as Nalanda and Vikramashila.
· Dharmapala and Devapala under the Pala dynasty expanded influence across Bengal and Bihar, making Palas a major power in eastern India.
Information Booster:
· The name “Pala” means “protector” and was used as a suffix by Pala rulers (for example, Gopala, Dharmapala, Devapala).
· Pala rule significantly contributed to the flourishing of Buddhist learning and art in eastern India.
Additional Knowledge:
· Bhoja belonged to the Parmar dynasty (Malwa).
· Dhruva was a Chola/other regional ruler depending on context; not the Pala founder.