Question

Mention any five important features of the Rashtrakuta empire.

Answer

The five important features of the Rashtrakuta empire were:

  • It was the most powerful empire in northern Deccan in 753 CE.
  • This empire acted as a bridge between north and south India.
  • The rulers of this empire were great warriors, art lovers and scholars.
  • They maintained huge armies and encouraged trade for the prosperity of the people.
  • They followed Jainism but patronised Buddhist Hindus and Muslims.