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SSC CPO 2024 PYQ — Question 58

SSC CPO - 29 June 2024 - Shift 3 • General Awareness • Q58

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Pulakeshin II belonged to which of the following dynasties?

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Chalukya.

  1. Pulakeshin II belonged to the Chalukya Dynasty.
  2. He was one of the most notable rulers of the Western Chalukya dynasty, which ruled large parts of present-day Karnataka and Maharashtra in southern India.
  3. Pulakeshin II is renowned for his military achievements, especially his victory over the Harsha of the Vardhana dynasty, and for his support of art and culture.
  4. His reign, during the 7th century, marked a period of prosperity and consolidation for the Chalukya dynasty.