Historical Memory Journey
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Britannica reference for the rise of the Pala dynasty in mid-8th century Bengal and its major political and Buddhist influence.
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c. mid-8th century
The Pala dynasty emerged in the mid-8th century, with Gopala's rise during a period of political disorder. Under Dharmapala and Devapala, the dynasty expanded significantly and made Bengal a central actor in wider South Asian politics.