SSC CGL 2019 PYQ — Question 48

SSC CGL - 6th June 2019 - Shift 1 • General Awareness • Q48

The Badami Chalukyas first had their capital at _______ before they moved it to Badami. 

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 1 i.e. Aihole.

  • Aihole was the first capital of Badami Chalukyas before they moved to Badami which is located 35 km from it.
  • Aihole is an important archaeological site and recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site.
  • It is situated near the Malaprabha river valley, in the Bagalakote district of Karnataka.