The correct answer is: A) Chandelas.
The Chandelas were a Rajput dynasty that ruled over parts of Madhya Pradesh during the early medieval period. They were known for their military prowess and their patronage of art and architecture. The Chandela kingdom was founded in the 9th century by Viryapura, and it reached its peak under the rule of Dhanga (1010-1027). Dhanga was a great warrior who defeated the neighboring kingdoms of the Pratiharas and the Gahadavalas. He also built many temples, including the famous Khajuraho temples.
The Chandela kingdom declined in the 12th century, and it was finally overthrown by the Delhi Sultanate in the 13th century. However, the Chandelas left behind a rich legacy of art and architecture, which can still be seen in the temples of Khajuraho.
The other options are incorrect:
- The Paramaras were a Rajput dynasty that ruled over parts of Malwa during the early medieval period.
- The Guptas were a powerful empire that ruled over much of northern India during the classical period.
- The Chalukyas were a powerful dynasty that ruled over parts of southern India during the early medieval period.