When the Chauhans tried to expand towards the west and east, from whom did they face opposition?
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The Chauhan dynasty, particularly during the reign of Prithviraj Chauhan, emerged as a powerful Rajput force in North India.
They endeavored to expand their kingdom towards the west (Rajasthan–Gujarat) and the east (the Ganga-Yamuna region).
During their westward expansion, they faced fierce resistance from the Chalukya rulers of Gujarat.
At that time, the Chalukya dynasty constituted a formidable political power in Gujarat.
As they advanced eastward, the Chauhans came into conflict with the Gahadavala dynasty of Kannauj.
The Gahadavala ruler Jayachandra is regarded as the principal rival of Prithviraj Chauhan.
Conflicts with these two powers curtailed the expansion of the Chauhans.
Internal strife among the Rajput kingdoms undermined their collective strength.
It was precisely this internal division that subsequently paved the way for Turkic invasions.