Regarding ancient Indian dynasties, consider the following statements:

The Maukharis ruled primarily in the region of western Uttar Pradesh.

The Maitrakas established their kingdom in Saurashtra with Valabhi as the capital.

Prabhakarvardhana was a notable ruler of the Pushyabhuti dynasty who fought against the Huna invasions.

The Pushyabhuti dynasty was founded after the fall of the Maukharis.

How many of the above statements are correct?

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The Maukharis ruled primarily in the region of western Uttar Pradesh: This is correct. They were indeed based in Kanauj and its surroundings.
The Maitrakas established their kingdom in Saurashtra with Valabhi as the capital: This is correct. Valabhi was a center of learning and trade during their reign.
Prabhakarvardhana was a notable ruler of the Pushyabhuti dynasty who fought against the Huna invasions: This is correct. He is known for his resistance against the Hunas.
The Pushyabhuti dynasty was founded after the fall of the Maukharis: This is incorrect. The Pushyabhuti dynasty rose concurrently with the Maukharis.

Thus, two of the statements are correct.

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The Maukharis ruled primarily in the region of western Uttar Pradesh: This is correct. They were indeed based in Kanauj and its surroundings.
The Maitrakas established their kingdom in Saurashtra with Valabhi as the capital: This is correct. Valabhi was a center of learning and trade during their reign.
Prabhakarvardhana was a notable ruler of the Pushyabhuti dynasty who fought against the Huna invasions: This is correct. He is known for his resistance against the Hunas.
The Pushyabhuti dynasty was founded after the fall of the Maukharis: This is incorrect. The Pushyabhuti dynasty rose concurrently with the Maukharis.

Thus, two of the statements are correct.

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