Question

Which among the following was the capital of the early Chalukyan dynasty?
1. Vijayanagara
2. Golconda
3. Madurai
4. Badami

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 4 : Badami

The correct answer is Badami.

• The Chalukya dynasty was established by Pulakeshin I in 543.
• Pulakeshin I took Vatapi (modern Badami in Bagalkot district, Karnataka) under his control and made it his capital.
• Pulakeshin I and his descendants are referred to as "Chalukyas of Badami".
• They ruled over an empire that comprised the entire state of Karnataka and most of Andhra Pradesh in the Deccan. 
• The earliest dynasty, known as the "Badami Chalukyas", ruled from Vatapi (modern Badami) from the middle of the 6th century. 

• Indian Dynasties and their Capitals:
  • Shishunaga - Rajgir
  • Nanda - Patiliputra
  • Pallavas - Kanchipuram
  • Maurya - Patiliputra
  • Khilji - Delhi
  • Lodhi - Delhi
  • Mughal - Delhi