Consider the following statements regarding the strengths and weaknesses of the Age of Three Empires (Gurjara-Pratiharas, Rashtrakutas, Palas).

1.   Control over Kannauj conferred imperial legitimacy and prestige.

2.   Despite military strength, administrative integration remained limited.

3.   Maritime dominance enabled the Palas to permanently control the Deccan and western India.

4.   The feudal structure enabled expansion but weakened long-term centralisation.

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