Pulakeshin II assumed the title of ‘Dakshinapatheshvara’ (lord of the south) after defeating which of the following rulers of north India?
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Harshavardhana.
- Pulakeshin II, the ruler of the Chalukya dynasty, assumed the title of 'Dakshinapatheshvara' (lord of the south) after defeating Harsha of the Vardhana dynasty.
- Harsha was a powerful ruler of northern India, and their confrontation marked a significant event in Indian history. Pulakeshin II's victory over Harsha in the battle around 618 CE solidified his dominance in the southern region.
- This title symbolized his supremacy over the territories in the southern part of India. Pulakeshin II’s reign was marked by military successes and cultural achievements.