Consider the following statements about the Western Ganges dynasty of Karnataka.
1. They accepted Chalukyaoverlordship and fought for the cause of their overlords against the Pallavas of Kanchi.
2. They are well known for their patronage toward Jainism resulting in the construction of monuments in Shravanabelagola and Kambadahalli.
3. They conjoined their empire with the Cholas which resulted in their collective domination of Southern India.
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Explanation:
This dynasty was in news some time back due to some of its temple complexes defining Jaina identity being found by ASI in its excavations in Karnataka.
• It was an important ruling dynasty of ancient Karnataka. Some experts believe that the dynasty lasted from about 350 to 1000 AD.
• They are known as ‘Western Gangas’ to distinguish them from the Eastern Gangas who in later centuries ruled over Kalinga (modern Odisha).
• The Western Gangas began their rule during a time when multiple native clans asserted their freedom due to the weakening of the Pallavaempire in South India.
Statement 1: After the rise of the imperial Chalukyas of Badami, the Gangas accepted Chalukyaoverlordship and fought for the cause of their overlords against the Pallavas of Kanchi. The Chalukyas were replaced by the Rashtrakutas of Manyakheta in 753 AD ganga dynasty architectureas the dominant power in the Deccan.
Statement 2: The Western Gangas accepted Rashtrakutaoverlordship and successfully fought alongside them against their foes, the Chola Dynasty of Tanjavur. The defeat of the Western Gangas by Cholas resulted in the end of the Ganga influence over the region.
Statement 3: They showed tolerance towards all faiths. They are most famous for their patronage toward Jainism resulting in the construction of monuments in places such as Shravanabelagola and Kambadahalli.