16. Which Rashtrakuta ruler is credited with the construction of the rock-cut temples at Elephanta Caves?
a) Dantidurga
b) Krishna I
c) Amoghavarsha I
d) Indra III
17. The Rashtrakutas established their dominance over the Western Deccan after defeating which ruling dynasty?
a) Satavahanas
b) Pallavas
c) Cholas
d) Chalukyas
18. The Rashtrakutas had a well-organized administrative system with officials known as:
a) Mahasamantas
b) Rajas
c) Pradhans
d) Chakravartins
19. Which famous Arab traveler visited the court of the Rashtrakuta ruler Amoghavarsha I?
a) Ibn Battuta
b) Al-Masudi
c) Al-Biruni
d) Ibn Khaldun
20. The Rashtrakuta empire declined due to conflicts with which dynasty in the 10th century?
a) Chalukyas
b) Cholas
c) Pandyas
d) Pratiharas
