Which empire existed before the Pratiharas took over Kannauj?
A
The Palas
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B
Harsha's empire
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C
The Chauhans
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D
The Guhillas
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Solution
The correct option is B Harsha's empire Harsha's empire existed before the Pratiharas took over Kannauj. After Harsha's death, the kingdom became weak and that was when Nagabhata took over the city of Kannauj, taking advantage of the vulnerability.