Nagabhata I

Male, Deceased Person

0750 –

32

Who is Nagabhata I?

Nagabhata I 8th century replaced Harsha Vardhana as ruler when Gurjara Pratihara took over western India from the Pushpabhuti empire.He was the founder of the prathihara dynasty. His capital was Kanauj. He defeated the Arabs of Sindh and captured Kathiavar, Malwa, Gujarat and several parts of Rajaputana.

He was defeated by the Rashtrakuta ruler Dantidurga. He defeated the Arab army under Junaid and Tamin in Battle of Rajasthan. His kingdom extended from Gujarat, Malwa and parts of Rajasthan. He left a powerful principality for his successors.

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Born
0750
Nationality
  • India

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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