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229:, who ascended the Pala throne after their father's death. They were imprisoned by Mahipala. However, after Mahipala's death at the hands of Kaivarta chief Divya, the brothers fled to distant parts of their kingdom, where they succeeded one another. Shurapala ruled for two years, before being succeeded by Ramapala.
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Bhima fought valiantly, but was taken prisoner from his mount. He was kept under the supervision of
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Ramapala was overwhelmed with grief after hearing the news of his uncle Mahana's death. Unable to bear the sorrow, Ramapala decided to end his life by walking into the Ganges near Mungyr. He had ruled for at least 53 years and was succeeded by his son
Kumarapala.
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Sivaraja, who crossed the Padma river and devastated
Varendri. Then, Ramapala joined him with a large force. Bhima arrived with his army and a pitched battle took place. Both kings personally took part in the battle.
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Rajyapala, who distinguished himself in the battle, managed to win him over with lavish gifts. Bhima, along with his family, was executed with a rain of arrows.
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Vigrahapala III. His mother was an unknown Rashtrakuta princess. Ramapala showed valour in battle field during the reign of his father, according to Manhali copper plate.
252:, he faced a new danger. According to R.C.Majumdar, this danger was the danger of losing even more territory to Divya. After discussing with his sons and ministers, Ramapala sprang into action.
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347:A c. 1100ā1125 manuscript of
276:Conquest of Kamarupa and Rarh
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166:unnamed Rashtrakuta princess
733:"RÄmapÄla | PÄla king"
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