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How did samantas gain power and wealth in the seventh century subcontinent?
By declaring themselves maha-samantas and maha-mandaleshvara
What did the samantas in the seventh century subcontinent do for their overlords?
Bring gifts, be present at courts, and provide military support
What title did powerful samantas sometimes declare themselves to be in the seventh century subcontinent?
Maha-samantas
What did the maha-samantas sometimes do in relation to their overlords?
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What was the expectation from the big landlords or warrior chiefs towards their kings or overlords in the seventh century subcontinent?
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What did the term 'maha-mandaleshvara' refer to in the context of the seventh century subcontinent?
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