Polity Ayudha dynasty

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An Indian dynasty that ruled over Kannauj, in Uttar Pradesh.

Establishment

  • January 771: The last king of Kannauj, Bhoja, was probably defeated by the Ayudhas, who established a new dynasty.

Chronology

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1. Events

  • January 801: Pala emperor Dharmapala defeated Indrayudha of Kannauj, and installed his own nominee Chakrayudha on the throne of Kannauj. Several other smaller states in North India also acknowledged his suzerainty.

Disestablishment

  • January 834: The king of the Gurjara-Pratiharas, Nagabhata II, took advantage of the situation, invaded Kannauj, defeated Chakrayudha, and then made Kannauj his capital. This marked the end of the Ayudhas.