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Harsha’s military expansion in the Deccan was checked by
Answer: Option D
Answer: (d)
Harsha’s military expansion in the Deccan was checked by Pulkesin II. When Pulkesin II pushed forth up to the Narmada, he came face to face with Harshavardhana of Kanauj who already had the title Uttarapatheshvara (Lord of the north).
In a decisive battle fought on the banks of the river Narmada, Harsha lost a major part of his elephant force and had to retreat. The Aihole inscription describes how the mighty Harsha lost his Harsha (joy) when he suffered the ignominy of defeat.
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Answer: (d)
Harsha’s military expansion in the Deccan was checked by Pulkesin II. When Pulkesin II pushed forth up to the Narmada, he came face to face with Harshavardhana of Kanauj who already had the title Uttarapatheshvara (Lord of the north).
In a decisive battle fought on the banks of the river Narmada, Harsha lost a major part of his elephant force and had to retreat. The Aihole inscription describes how the mighty Harsha lost his Harsha (joy) when he suffered the ignominy of defeat.
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