Who was the founder of the Rashtrakuta Empire who overthrew the Chalukyas of Badami in the mid-8th century?
A. Amoghavarsha I
B. Krishna I
C. Dantidurga
D. Govinda III
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Dantidurga was a feudatory of the Chalukyas who declared independence, defeated the Chalukyan king Kirtivarman II in 753 CE, and founded the Rashtrakuta Empire.
Explanation:
The 'Sadr-us-Sudur' was the head of the empire's religious and charitable endowments, responsible for reviewing land grants (Madad-i-Maash) given to scholars and appointing local Qazis.
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