With reference to the Chandelas of Jejakabhukti, consider the following statements:
1. They began their political career as feudatories (Samantas) of the Gurjara-Pratiharas.
2. King Yasovarman achieved absolute independence and built the famous Lakshmana Temple at Khajuraho to legitimize his new imperial power.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Both statements are correct. The Chandelas broke away from the Pratihara empire as it weakened. Building grand monuments like the Lakshmana Temple at Khajuraho was a standard medieval practice to assert supreme sovereign power and divine legitimacy.

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