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Q · Post Gupta Dynasty medium · 45s
Which dynasty faced invasions from the Arab Umayyads in northwestern India?
TopicPost Gupta Dynasty
Question Typemultiple choice
Difficultymedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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The Maitraka dynasty, ruling Gujarat after the Guptas, faced Arab invasions in the 8th century CE, marking the early medieval conflicts at India’s western frontiers.
Final Answer: Option C - Maitraka