The founder of Guler state was ……………

The correct answer is: A. Hari Chand

Hari Chand was the founder of the Guler state in 1405. He was a descendant of the Chauhans of Sambhar, who had migrated to the hills in the 13th century. Hari Chand was a powerful ruler and extended his kingdom to include the areas of Kangra, Chamba, and Mandi. He was also a patron of the arts and literature.

The other options are incorrect.

• Purab Chand was the son of Hari Chand and succeeded him as the ruler of Guler in 1440.
• Datar Chand was the grandson of Hari Chand and ruled Guler from 1470 to 1505.
• Sibran Chand was the great-grandson of Hari Chand and ruled Guler from 1505 to 1530.