Here is a combined tabular list of battles and conflicts involving the Palas, along with detailed accounts and sources:
Battle |
Date |
Details |
Battle of Pragjyotisha |
Late 8th century |
Gopala I consolidated his rule by defeating local chieftains in Pragjyotisha (Assam). |
Conquest of Kannauj |
9th century |
Dharmapala expanded Pala influence into Kannauj, a crucial political center in northern India. |
Battle of Devapala vs Amoghavarsha |
Early 9th century |
Devapala defeated Amoghavarsha I of the Rashtrakutas, expanding Pala control eastwards into Kamarupa. |
Defense against Rashtrakutas |
Early 9th century |
Devapala's victory over Amoghavarsha I prevented Rashtrakuta advancements into Pala territories. |
Battle against Cholas |
Mid-10th century |
Mahipala I halted Chola advancements east of the Ganges, maintaining Pala sovereignty. |
Conflict with the Senas |
12th century |
Vijayasena of the Sena dynasty expelled Madanapala, marking the end of Pala control in Bengal. |
Battle of Kamarupa |
10th century |
Devapala's campaign extended Pala control further eastwards and defeated local rulers in Kamarupa (Assam). |
Rebellion in Kamarupa |
Early 12th century |
During Kumarapala's reign, a rebellion in Kamarupa weakened Pala authority in the region. |
End of Pala rule in Bengal |
12th century |
Vijayasena of the Sena dynasty expelled Madanapala, marking the end of Pala control in Bengal. |