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<h3 style="color: rgb(255,255,255);">The Tripartite Struggle</h3><ul style="color: rgb(255,255,255);"><li>The period between the 8th and 10th centuries in Northern India was dominated by the Tripartite Struggle for control over Kannauj. This contest involved three major powers: the Gurjara-Pratiharas, the Palas, and the Rashtrakutas.</li><li>Kannauj was considered the symbol of sovereignty and prestige in North India during this era.</li></ul><h4 style="color: rgb(255,255,255);">Key Dynastic Details</h4><ul style="color: rgb(255,255,255);"><li>Gurjara-Pratiharas: Based primarily in Gujarat and Southern Rajasthan, they played a significant role in checking Arab invasions from the west. Their power declined significantly after the invasion of Mahmud of Ghazni.</li><li>Rashtrakutas: Centered in the Western Deccan (modern-day Karnataka and Maharashtra), they were the major rivals of the Pratiharas in the north and the Pallavas/Cholas in the south. The dynasty was founded by Dantidurga, with their capital at Manyakheta (Malkhed).</li><li>Palas: Established by Gopala, this dynasty ruled primarily in Bengal and Bihar. They were great patrons of Buddhism and instrumental in the development of the Pala school of sculptural art.</li><li>Cholas: Rising to prominence in the Tamil country, the Chola Empire (revived by Vijayalaya) became a formidable maritime power under rulers like Rajaraja I and Rajendra I. Their administration was highly organized, featuring the famous Uttaramerur inscription, which provides detailed records of their village self-government (Sabha system).</li></ul>

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Gurjara-Pratiharas	Gujarat and Rajasthan
Rashtrakutas	Western Deccan
Palas	Bengal
Cholas	Tamil Nadu