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The Age of Three Empires, spanning from the 8th to the 10th century, was a crucial period in Indian history marked by the dominance of three powerful dynasties: the Palas, Pratiharas, and Rashtrakutas

The Pushyabhuti or Vardhana Dynasty, led by the illustrious ruler Harshavardhana, marked a significant chapter in Indian history during the 6th and 7th centuries.

The Hunas invasion during the Gupta era marked a tumultuous period in Indian history as these nomadic Central Asian tribes, known as Huns, poured down from the steppes and left a lasting impact on the subcontinent.

The Gaudas, during the Post Gupta Age, played a significant role in shaping the political and cultural landscape of ancient India.

The Maitrakas Dynasty, which ruled western India, particularly Gujarat, from approximately 475 AD to 776 AD, holds a significant place in Indian history.

The Maukharis, rising to prominence in the 6th century CE, carved out a significant political legacy in northern India, especially in the wake of the Gupta Empire’s decline.

The Kakatiya Dynasty, a beacon of cultural and architectural brilliance, flourished in the Deccan region from 1163 to 1323 AD.

The Yadavas of Devagiri, descendants of the Western Chalukyan Empire’s feudatory nobles, emerged as a significant force in medieval India.

August 2023

In today’s daily current affairs briefing for UPSC aspirants, we explore the latest developments that hold relevance for the upcoming civil services examination.