Rashtrakutas 2 Flashcards
What religions were encouraged by the Rashtrakuta kings?
The Rashtrakuta kings encouraged the worship of Shiva and Vishnu, and Jainism received patronage as well.
What is significant about the Jain temple at Pattadakallu?
It is a beautiful Jain temple located at Pattadakallu.
What contributions did the Rashtrakuta kings make to Indian art?
The Rashtrakuta kings were patrons of art, with significant contributions visible in the Ellora and Elephanta cave temples.
What is unique about the Kailashnath temple at Ellora?
The Kailashnath temple is a monolithic structure carved from a rock 100 feet high, 276 feet long, and 154 feet wide.
What is the significance of the Elephanta caves?
The sculpture at the Elephanta caves near Mumbai is a milestone in Rashtrakuta sculpture, featuring exquisitely carved statues of Ardhanarishwara and Maheshamurti.
Where are the structural Rashtrakuta temples located?
The structural Rashtrakuta temples are located in Shiravala of Raichur district.
Who were the Chalukyas and what was their impact?
The Chalukyas played a significant role in the history of India, contributing to art, literature, and education.
What literary development occurred during the Chalukya period?
The development of Kannada and Sanskrit literature flourished, with poets like Durgasimha contributing to Vachana literature.
Who was Tailapa-II and what did he accomplish?
Tailapa-II defeated the Rashtrakuta king and established the Chalukya kingdom, which lasted approximately 24 years.
What was the significance of Someshwara-I?
Someshwara-I, a king of the Chalukyas, waged wars but ensured that his kingdom did not shrink.
Who was Vikramaditya-VI?
Vikramaditya-VI, the son of Someshwara-I, was the greatest king of the Chalukyas, known for his courage and administrative skills.
What was the time period of the Chalukya Vikrama era?
The Chalukya Vikrama era is noted to have occurred around C.E. 1076.
What challenges did Vikramaditya-VI face?
He suppressed the rebellion of Hoysala King Vishnuvardha and established contact with King Vijayabahu.
What did Vignaneshwara remark about the Chalukyas?
Vignaneshwara remarked that the Chalukyas’ contributions to the past can never be forgotten.
What happened to the kingdom after Vikramaditya VI?
The kingdom began to decline after Vikramaditya VI and the period of Someshwara.
