According to Kalhana's Rajtarangini, identify the correct sequential order of the following dynasties in the Jammu and Kashmir region.

I. Gonanda dynasty
II. Utpala dynasty
III. Karkota dynasty
IV. Lohara dynasty

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According to Kalhana's Rajtarangini, identify the correct sequential order of the following dynasties in the Jammu and Kashmir region.

I. Gonanda dynasty

II. Utpala dynasty

III. Karkota dynasty

IV. Lohara dynasty

Choose the correct option:

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The correct answer is I-III-II-IV. Kalhana’s Rajatarangini: Composed in the 12th century (1148–1149 CE), it is regarded as the first authentic historical text of India. It consists of 8 books (Tarangas) written in Sanskrit verse.Transition Points:The Karkota power faded as the Utpala dynasty rose under Avantivarman, who shifted the capital to Avantipur.The Lohara dynasty eventually took control after a period of political instability and female rule (Queen Didda), leading Kashmir right up until the transition toward the Sultanate period.

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I-II-III-IV

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I-II-IV-III

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I-IV-III-II

According to Kalhana's Rajtarangini, identify the correct sequential order of the following dynasties in the Jammu and Kashmir region.

I. Gonanda dynasty
II. Utpala dynasty
III. Karkota dynasty
IV. Lohara dynasty

Choose the correct option:

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