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Ancient India: Eastern Chalukya Dynasty

Description: This quiz will test your knowledge about the Eastern Chalukya Dynasty, a prominent dynasty that ruled over parts of present-day Andhra Pradesh and Telangana in ancient India.
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Who was the founder of the Eastern Chalukya Dynasty?

  1. Kubja Vishnuvardhana

  2. Jayasimha I

  3. Vijayaditya I

  4. Amma I


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kubja Vishnuvardhana, also known as Vishnuvardhana I, established the Eastern Chalukya Dynasty in 624 CE.

Which Chalukya ruler is known for his successful campaigns against the Pallavas?

  1. Vijayaditya I

  2. Vishnuvardhana II

  3. Amma I

  4. Vijayaditya II


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Vijayaditya I, also known as Vikramaditya I, led successful military campaigns against the Pallavas, expanding the Eastern Chalukya territory.

What was the capital of the Eastern Chalukya Dynasty?

  1. Vengi

  2. Rajahmundry

  3. Amaravati

  4. Kanchi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Vengi, also known as Pedavegi, served as the capital of the Eastern Chalukya Dynasty.

Which Eastern Chalukya ruler is known for his patronage of art and literature?

  1. Vijayaditya I

  2. Vishnuvardhana II

  3. Amma I

  4. Vijayaditya II


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Vishnuvardhana II, also known as Vikramaditya II, was a renowned patron of art and literature during his reign.

What was the title assumed by the Eastern Chalukya rulers?

  1. Chakravarti

  2. Maharaja

  3. Rajadhiraja

  4. Parameshwara


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Eastern Chalukya rulers adopted the title 'Chakravarti', which signifies 'universal ruler' or 'emperor'.

Which Chalukya ruler is known for his construction of the famous Bheemeshwara Temple?

  1. Vijayaditya I

  2. Vishnuvardhana II

  3. Amma I

  4. Vijayaditya II


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Vijayaditya II, also known as Vikramaditya III, is credited with the construction of the Bheemeshwara Temple in Draksharama, Andhra Pradesh.

What was the administrative system of the Eastern Chalukya Dynasty?

  1. Centralized

  2. Feudal

  3. Decentralized

  4. Monarchical


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Eastern Chalukya Dynasty followed a decentralized administrative system, with local chiefs and feudatories enjoying considerable autonomy.

Which Chalukya ruler is known for his successful campaigns against the Rashtrakutas?

  1. Vijayaditya I

  2. Vishnuvardhana II

  3. Amma I

  4. Vijayaditya II


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Amma I, also known as Ammaraja I, led successful military campaigns against the Rashtrakutas, consolidating Eastern Chalukya power.

What was the primary language used by the Eastern Chalukya Dynasty?

  1. Sanskrit

  2. Telugu

  3. Kannada

  4. Prakrit


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Telugu was the primary language used by the Eastern Chalukya Dynasty, contributing to the development of Telugu literature and culture.

Which Chalukya ruler is known for his construction of the famous Mukteswara Temple?

  1. Vijayaditya I

  2. Vishnuvardhana II

  3. Amma I

  4. Vijayaditya II


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Vijayaditya II, also known as Vikramaditya III, is credited with the construction of the Mukteswara Temple in Bhubaneswar, Odisha.

What was the religion primarily followed by the Eastern Chalukya Dynasty?

  1. Hinduism

  2. Buddhism

  3. Jainism

  4. Sikhism


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Hinduism was the primary religion followed by the Eastern Chalukya Dynasty, with various Hindu sects and deities being worshipped.

Which Chalukya ruler is known for his construction of the famous Srisailam Temple?

  1. Vijayaditya I

  2. Vishnuvardhana II

  3. Amma I

  4. Vijayaditya II


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Vijayaditya II, also known as Vikramaditya III, is credited with the construction of the Srisailam Temple in Andhra Pradesh, dedicated to Lord Shiva.

What was the main source of revenue for the Eastern Chalukya Dynasty?

  1. Agriculture

  2. Trade

  3. Taxes

  4. Mining


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Taxes, particularly land revenue, were the primary source of revenue for the Eastern Chalukya Dynasty.

Which Chalukya ruler is known for his successful campaigns against the Cholas?

  1. Vijayaditya I

  2. Vishnuvardhana II

  3. Amma I

  4. Vijayaditya II


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Vijayaditya II, also known as Vikramaditya III, led successful military campaigns against the Cholas, expanding Eastern Chalukya territory.

What was the last ruler of the Eastern Chalukya Dynasty?

  1. Vijayaditya I

  2. Vishnuvardhana II

  3. Amma I

  4. Vijayaditya II


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Vijayaditya II, also known as Vikramaditya III, was the last ruler of the Eastern Chalukya Dynasty.

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