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The tripartite struggle for the control of northern India, took place between which of the following empires? a. Rashtrakutas b. Pratihars c. Palas Select the correct code.

The tripartite struggle for the control of northern India, took place between which of the following empires? a. Rashtrakutas b. Pratihars c. Palas Select the correct code. Correct Answer a, b and c

  • Kanauj in the Ganga valley was a prized area.
  • For centuries, rulers belonging to the Gurjara-Pratihara, Rashtrakuta, and Pala dynasties fought for control over Kanauj.
  • Historians often describe it as the “tripartite struggle”.

Important Points

  • The Tripartite Struggle for Kanauj had happened between
    • The Palas of Bengal.
    • The Pratiharas of Central India.
    • The Rashtrakutas of Deccan. 
  • ​​The struggle lasted for 200 years and weakened all of them which enabled the Turks to overthrow them. 

Thus, it is clear that Pala, Rashtrakuta and Gurjara-Pratihara dynasties fought the 'Tripartite struggle'.

Additional Information 

Medieval History of India: 

  • The period of Medieval History of India lies between the 8th and the 18th century A.D. 
  • The medieval period is a crucial period in the history of India because of the developments in the field of languages, art, religion & culture. 
  • The period has proved the effect of other religions on Indian culture.
  • The rise of the Rajput clans is the beginning of the Medieval period. 

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