Correct Option (D)
None of the dynasties listed-Hoysala, Gahadavala, Kakatiya, or Yadava-established their kingdoms in theearly eighth century AD. These dynasties emerged and flourished primarily between the9thand14th centuries AD. Theearly eighth century ADin India was characterized by the rise of other significant regional powers, such as thePratiharas,Rashtrakutas, andPalas.
Incorrect Options
- Hoysala Dynasty: This dynasty originated in the 10th century AD in present-day Karnataka and ruled until the 14th century AD. Its power peaked under rulers like Vishnuvardhana. The claim that it was established in the early eighth century AD is incorrect.
- Gahadavala Dynasty: This dynasty established its rule in the 11th century AD, primarily in the regions of present-day Uttar Pradesh and Bihar, and continued until the 12th century AD. They were contemporaries of the Chahamanas. The claim that it was established in the early eighth century AD is incorrect.
- Kakatiya Dynasty: The Kakatiyas emerged in the 12th century AD in the Telangana region and ruled until the 14th century AD. Notable rulers included Rudramadevi and Prataparudra. The claim that it was established in the early eighth century AD is incorrect.
- Yadava Dynasty: The Yadavas established their kingdom in the 9th century AD in the Deccan region, with their capital at Devagiri (modern-day Daulatabad in Maharashtra), and ruled until the 14th century AD. The claim that it was established in the early eighth century AD is incorrect.