Who founded the Singhasari dynasty in 1222 after assassinating Tunggul Ametung, marrying Ken Dedes, and defeating King Kertajaya of Kediri at the Battle of Ganter?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. Ken Arok (Sri Ranggah Rajasa)
- Step 1: According to the Pararaton chronicle, Ken Arok ordered a cursed dagger from blacksmith Mpu Gandring. Step 2. He killed Tunggul Ametung, wed Ken Dedes, overthrew Kediri in 1222, and established the Rajasa Dynasty that ruled Singhasari and Majapahit. Answer: Ken Arok (Sri Ranggah Rajasa). Why not the others: Anusapati and Tohjaya were later Singhasari monarchs.
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