Question

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

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 2 : 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:

1. Shishunaga - Rajgir
2. Nanda - Patiliputra
3. Pallavas - Kanchipuram
4. Maurya - Patiliputra
5. Khilji - Delhi
6. Lodhi - Delhi
7. Mughal - Delhi