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    Course Name

    Bangladesh Studies

    Course Instructor
    Tasnova Jerin Ulfat
    Pala Dynasty
    Pala Dynasty, which had its roots in Bengal, ruled the Indian
    subcontinent as an imperial force during the post-classical era. Gopala
    established the Pala Dynasty in 750 CE, and from the eighth to the
    twelfth centuries, they ruled Bengal and Bihar for about 400 years. One
    of Bengali history’s most illustrious periods is the Pala period. After
    centuries of civil violence between rival groups, the Palas brought
    stability and prosperity to Bengal.
    Pala Dynasty, ruling from the 8th to the 12th centuries CE, was a
    significant dynasty in the Indian subcontinent known for their
    patronage of Buddhism, art, and education. It is an important topic for
    the UPSC exam as it sheds light on the socio-cultural and political
    history of ancient India. The Pala Dynasty is covered under the section
    of “Ancient History” in the UPSC syllabus. Exploring this dynasty
    provides valuable insights into the development of Buddhism and the
    rich cultural heritage of India.
    Pala Dynasty Founder

    The founder of the Pala Dynasty was Gopala. He was the first monarch
    of the Pala Dynasty and played a crucial role in establishing its rule in
    East India. Gopala, who was originally named Vapaata, rose to power
    through a coup to overthrow the Matsyanyaya rule. His leadership and
    strategic moves helped the Pala Dynasty gain strength and expand its
    territories, particularly in Bihar and Bengal. Gopala’s reign laid the
    foundation for the Pala Dynasty’s prominence and influence in the
    region for the centuries that followed. All of the Pala monarchs’ names
    ended with the last morpheme, “Pala,” which signifies ‘protector.’
    Pala Empire Rulers
    • Pala Dynasty, known for its patronage of Mahayana Buddhism, ruled over East
    India for approximately 400 years, from the 9th to the 12th centuries. The dynasty
    witnessed both periods of expansion and decline, engaging in conflicts with
    neighboring powers such as the Rashtrakutas and Pratiharas. Here are the
    notable rulers of the Pala Dynasty:
    • Gopala (750–770 AD): Founder of the Pala Dynasty, chosen by the people to
    overthrow the Matsyanyaya rule, and expanded the kingdom’s territories in Bihar
    and Bengal.
    • Dharmapala (770–810 AD): Successor of Gopala, engaged in battles for control
    of Kanauj and held a grand darbar. His reign came to an end when he was defeated
    by Dhruva, a Rashtrakuta monarch.
    • Madanapala: The last known emperor of the Pala Dynasty, succeeded by the
    Sena dynasty. There is some debate about his ancestry, and Govindapala is
    mentioned as the 18th emperor, although the details are uncertain.
    • Devapala (810–850 AD): Son of Dharmapala and the strongest ruler
    of the Pala Dynasty. Expanded the empire to include Assam and
    Utkala, and defeated the Rashtrakuta emperor, Amoghavarsha.
    • Mahipala I: Ascended to power in 988 CE and briefly restored the
    strength of the Pala Dynasty, reclaiming territories in Bihar and
    Bengal. However, the dynasty began to decline again under his rule.
    • Rampala: The sixteenth and final mighty king of the Pala Dynasty.
    Under his son Kumarapala’s rule, the kingdom disintegrated. The
    court poet Sandhyakar Nandi composed the dual-meaning
    Ramacharitam in Sanskrit.

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