SSC Stenographer 2023 PYQ — Question 102

SSC Stenographer - 13 Oct 2023 - Shift 3 • General Awareness • Q102

After about 75 years of Harshavardhana's death ______ rose to power in Kanauj.

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e.Yashovarman.

After about 75 years of Harshavardhana's death, Yashovarman rose to power in Kanauj. He was a ruler of the Guptas' later period and managed to strengthen his position by expanding his territory. Yashovarman's rise marked a significant shift in the region's politics as he sought to establish his authority over northern India. His reign was notable for both his military prowess and his efforts to consolidate power in the wake of Harshavardhana's decline.