Q. Consider the following pairs of Rajput clans with regions where they ruled:
- Parihar Rajputs - Southern Rajasthan
- Paramara Rajputs - Malwa
- Solanki Rajputs - Kathiawar
Which of the above is/are correct?
Answer:
1, 2 & 3
Notes:
- Parihar Rajputs - Southern Rajasthan This is correct. The Parihar Rajputs were concentrated in southern Rajasthan areas like Kota, Bundi, and Jhalawar. They established several princely states in the region.
- Paramara Rajputs - Malwa This is correct. The Paramara dynasty ruled the Malwa region of west-central India between 9th-14th centuries. They established their capital at Dhar.
- Solanki Rajputs - Kathiawar This is correct. The Solanki clan ruled over parts of present-day Gujarat including Kathiawar peninsula. They had their capitals at Anhilwara (Patan) and established states like Nawanagar.