• The name Pala means "protector" and was used as an ending to the names of all Pala monarchs. The founder of the empire was Gopala.
  • 5. How far did the Pala Empire’s influence extend? The Pala Empire’s influence extended from the Brahmaputra River in the east to the Ganges River in the west.
  • Devapala's successors were peaceful men, either by disposition or circumstance, and after 860 the Pala empire disintegrated.
  • The Founding of the Pala Empire: The Pala Empire, was founded by Gopala (750–770 AD) and known as the “Kingdom of Dharma” by the Arabs.
  • The Pala empire disintegrated into smaller kingdoms during the reign of Vigrahapala II. Mahipala recovered parts of Bengal, Bihar and up to Varansi.
  • Pala Empire (750–1174) was a Buddhist imperial power in Classical India. It is named after its ruling dynasty, all of whose rulers bore names ending with the suffix -Pala...
  • The demise of Devapala finished the time of authority of the Pala Empire, and a few free traditions and kingdoms rose amid this time.
  • From its origins to its evolution today, Pala Empire has been a fascinating topic that has sparked the interest of scholars, experts, and enthusiasts alike.
  • The Pala Empire was an imperial power during the Late Classical period on the Indian subcontinent, which originated in the region of Bengal.
  • Narayanapala was succeeded by his son Rajyapala who was later succeeded by his son Gopala II. These two rulers proved disastrous for the Pala Empire.