Q. Consider the following pairs:
King – Dynasty
1. Nanuka – Chandela
2. Jayashakti – Parmara
3. Nagabhata II – Gurjara-Pratihara
4. Bhoja – Rashtrakuta
How many pairs given above are correctly matched:
a) Only one pair
b) Only two pairs
c) Only three pairs
d) All four pairs
Correct Answer: b) Only two pairs
Question from UPSC Prelims 2022 GS Paper
Explanation :
Historical Records and Dynastic Associations
Based on historical records, Nanuka (also known as Nannuka or Nannuk) is indeed associated with the Chandela dynasty. He is considered the founder of the Chandela dynasty in central India.
Jayashakti is not correctly matched with the Parmara dynasty. He was a ruler from the Chandela dynasty.
Gurjara-Pratihara and Paramara Dynasties
Nagabhata II is correctly matched with the Gurjara-Pratihara dynasty. He was a prominent ruler of the Gurjara-Pratihara dynasty, known for defending his kingdom against the Arab invasions from the west.
Bhoja is not correctly matched with the Rashtrakuta dynasty. Bhoja was a king of the Paramara dynasty that ruled in the region of Malwa in central India. He is known for his patronage of the arts, literature, and architecture.
Therefore, out of the four pairs, only two pairs are correctly matched:
1. Nanuka – Chandela
3. Nagabhata II – Gurjara-Pratihara
The correct answer is: Only two pairs
