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Ancient India: Western Chalukya Dynasty

Description: The Western Chalukya Dynasty was a prominent dynasty that ruled over parts of present-day Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh in India from the 10th to the 13th century. This quiz will test your knowledge about the Western Chalukya Dynasty.
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Who was the founder of the Western Chalukya Dynasty?

  1. Tailapa II

  2. Vikramaditya VI

  3. Someshvara I

  4. Jagadekamalla II


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Tailapa II, also known as Tailapa or Taila, was the founder of the Western Chalukya Dynasty. He established the dynasty in 973 CE after defeating the Rashtrakutas.

Which Chalukya ruler is known for constructing the famous Chalukya temples at Pattadakal?

  1. Vikramaditya II

  2. Vikramaditya VI

  3. Someshvara I

  4. Jagadekamalla II


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Vikramaditya II, also known as Vikramaditya Chalukya, is credited with constructing the famous Chalukya temples at Pattadakal, which are now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Which Western Chalukya ruler defeated the Chola king Rajendra Chola I and expanded the Chalukya territory?

  1. Satyashraya

  2. Someshvara I

  3. Jagadekamalla II

  4. Vikramaditya VI


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Satyashraya, also known as Ahavamalla, defeated the Chola king Rajendra Chola I in the battle of Koppam in 1054 CE, expanding the Chalukya territory.

What was the capital of the Western Chalukya Dynasty?

  1. Kalyani

  2. Pattadakal

  3. Manyakheta

  4. Halebidu


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kalyani, also known as Kalyanapuram, was the capital of the Western Chalukya Dynasty.

Which Chalukya ruler is known for his patronage of literature and the construction of the famous Kalyani Chalukya temples?

  1. Vikramaditya II

  2. Someshvara I

  3. Jagadekamalla II

  4. Vikramaditya VI


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Vikramaditya VI, also known as Vikramaditya Chalukya, was a renowned patron of literature and is credited with constructing the famous Kalyani Chalukya temples.

What was the administrative system of the Western Chalukya Dynasty?

  1. Feudal system

  2. Centralized system

  3. Decentralized system

  4. Monarchical system


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Western Chalukya Dynasty followed a decentralized administrative system, with local chiefs and governors ruling over different regions.

Which Chalukya ruler is known for his military conquests and the expansion of the Chalukya empire?

  1. Satyashraya

  2. Someshvara I

  3. Jagadekamalla II

  4. Vikramaditya VI


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Someshvara I, also known as Ahavamalla, was a renowned military leader who expanded the Chalukya empire through his conquests.

What was the official language of the Western Chalukya Dynasty?

  1. Sanskrit

  2. Kannada

  3. Telugu

  4. Marathi


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Kannada was the official language of the Western Chalukya Dynasty.

Which Chalukya ruler is known for his religious tolerance and patronage of both Hinduism and Jainism?

  1. Vikramaditya II

  2. Someshvara I

  3. Jagadekamalla II

  4. Vikramaditya VI


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Jagadekamalla II, also known as Perma, was known for his religious tolerance and patronage of both Hinduism and Jainism.

What was the main source of income for the Western Chalukya Dynasty?

  1. Agriculture

  2. Trade

  3. Taxes

  4. Mining


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Taxes were the main source of income for the Western Chalukya Dynasty.

Which Chalukya ruler is known for his construction of the famous Chalukya temples at Aihole?

  1. Vikramaditya II

  2. Someshvara I

  3. Jagadekamalla II

  4. Vikramaditya VI


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Vikramaditya II, also known as Vikramaditya Chalukya, is credited with constructing the famous Chalukya temples at Aihole.

What was the religion of the Western Chalukya Dynasty?

  1. Hinduism

  2. Jainism

  3. Buddhism

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Western Chalukya Dynasty was a tolerant dynasty that patronized all major religions, including Hinduism, Jainism, and Buddhism.

Which Chalukya ruler is known for his construction of the famous Chalukya temples at Badami?

  1. Vikramaditya II

  2. Someshvara I

  3. Jagadekamalla II

  4. Vikramaditya VI


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Vikramaditya II, also known as Vikramaditya Chalukya, is credited with constructing the famous Chalukya temples at Badami.

What was the main occupation of the people of the Western Chalukya Dynasty?

  1. Agriculture

  2. Trade

  3. Craftsmanship

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The main occupations of the people of the Western Chalukya Dynasty were agriculture, trade, and craftsmanship.

Which Chalukya ruler is known for his construction of the famous Chalukya temples at Mahakuta?

  1. Vikramaditya II

  2. Someshvara I

  3. Jagadekamalla II

  4. Vikramaditya VI


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Vikramaditya II, also known as Vikramaditya Chalukya, is credited with constructing the famous Chalukya temples at Mahakuta.

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