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Q · Advent of Arabs and Turks Medium · 45s
Which ruler sent an embassy to the Caliph after the Arab conquest to maintain diplomatic relations?
TopicAdvent of Arabs and Turks
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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The Gurjara-Pratihara ruler resisted Arab expansion and later maintained diplomatic contact to safeguard the frontier.
Final Answer: Option C — Gurjara-Pratihara ruler Nagabhata I