Rashtrakutas

Rashtrakutas were a Rajput clan of indigenous origin. The dynasty was founded by Dantidurga who overthrew the Chalukyas about 753 and occupied Vatapi.

This dynasty, which ruled from Karnataka, is illustrious for several reasons. They ruled the territory vaster than that of any other dynasty. They were great patrons of art and literature. The encouragement that several Rashtrakuta kings provided to education and literature is unique, and the religious tolerance exercised by them was exemplary.

Govinda III was the most powerful king of the Rashtrakutas. The dynasty ruled till 973.

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Rashtrapati Bhavan of India, Raskolink, Rasmus Christian Rask, Rasselas, Rastatt, Rastrapati Nilayam