Rashtrakuta

The Rashtrakutas were a dynasty which ruled the Deccan during the 8th-10th centuries.

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Origin

The Rashtrakutas find mention in the edicts of Ashoka, where they are referred to as the 'Rathika's or 'Rastika's.

The Rashtrakuta's ruled nearly all of Karnataka, Maharashtra and Andhra Pradesh for several centuries. They came into prominence by overthrowing the Chalukyas of Badami around 750 A.D. Dantidurga was the first prominent member of this clan who gained independence from the Chalukyas. Dhruva (780 - 793) considerably expanded the kingdom.

The Rashtrakuta's gave much importance to the Kannada language; most of their inscriptions are in that language. While many believe them to be a dynasty indigenous to the deccan region, some views ascribe a Rajput origin to them. The Rathore clan of Rajasthan are among htose claiming descent from the Rashtrakutas.

List of rulers of Rashtrakuta

Dantidurga (754-768)
Krishna I (768-783)
Govinda I (768-780)
Dhruva (780-793)
Govinda II (793-814)
Amoghavarsha I (814-877)
Krishna II (877-915)
Indra I (915-917)
Amoghavarsha II (917-918)
Govinda III (918-934)
Amoghavarsha III (934-939)
Krishna III (939-968)
Khottiga (968-972)
Karka Amoghhavarsha IV (972-973)
Indra II (973-982)

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