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Paramara dynasty

The Paramara dynasty was a prominent royal family that ruled parts of central India, especially in present-day Madhya Pradesh, from roughly the 9th to 14th centuries. Renowned for their contributions to art, architecture, and literature, they established their capital at Dhar. The Paramaras often engaged in wars with neighboring kingdoms and were known for their patronage of cultural pursuits, fostering a rich heritage of temples and inscriptions. Their rule played a significant role in shaping the history and culture of central India during the medieval period.