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SSC GD 2023 PYQ — Question 28

SSC GD Constable (English) - 1 Feb 2023 - Shift 3 • General Awareness • Q28

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On the banks of which river was the war between Harshavardhana and Pulakeshin II fought?

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Narmada.

  • The war between Harsha (Harshavardhana), the ruler of the Indian subcontinent, and Pulakeshin II, the Chalukya king, was fought on the banks of the Narmada River.
  • The battle took place in the 7th century, specifically around the year 618 CE.
  • Pulakeshin II successfully defended his kingdom against Harsha's forces during this engagement.