SSC CHSL 2025 PYQ — Question 77

SSC CHSL - 26 Nov 2025 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q77

Who among the following ruled Kashmir during 980 to 1003?

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

Queen Didda -

Queen Didda is considered one of the most powerful and controversial female rulers in Indian history. She ruled Kashmir for approximately 44 years (first as a regent and then as an independent ruler).

Key Facts About Queen Didda

Reign: She ruled directly from 980 to 1003 AD.

Descent: She was a princess of the Lohara dynasty and was married to King Kshemagupta of Kashmir (Utpala dynasty).

Title: She is often called the 'Witch of Kashmir' or 'Catherine of Kashmir' because she was an extremely clever and sometimes ruthless administrator.