From the decline of Guptas until the rise of Harshavardhana in the early seventh century, which of the following kingdoms were holding power in Northern India?

1. The Guptas of Magadha

2. The Paramaras Malwa

3. The Pushyabhutis of Thanesar

4. The Maukharis of Kanauj

5. The Yaduvas of Devagiri

6. The Maitrakas of Valabhi

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Which one of the following ancient towns is well known for its elaborate system of water harvesting and management by building a series of dams and channelizing water into connected reservoirs?

With reference to the history of ancient India, Bhavabhuti, Hastimalla and Kshemeshvara were famous