The correct answer is: A. Pulkeshin II
Pulkeshin II was the Chalukya king who ruled from 610 to 642 CE. He was the son of Vikramaditya I and the grandson of Pulakesin I. Pulkeshin II was a powerful and successful ruler who expanded the Chalukya kingdom to its greatest extent. He defeated the Pallavas, the Rashtrakutas, and the Arabs.
The Arabs invaded southern Gujarat during the reign of Pulkeshin II. They were led by Muhammad bin Qasim. The Arabs were defeated by Pulkeshin II in the Battle of Bharuch in 636 CE. This battle was a turning point in the history of the Indian subcontinent. It marked the end of the Arab threat to India.
Pulkeshin II was a great warrior and a wise ruler. He was a patron of the arts and literature. He built many temples and palaces. He was also a devout Hindu. He died in 642 CE.
The other options are incorrect because:
- Vikramaditya I was the Chalukya king who ruled from 567 to 610 CE. He was the father of Pulkeshin II.
- Vikramaditya II was the Chalukya king who ruled from 733 to 744 CE. He was the grandson of Pulkeshin II.
- Kirtivarman II was the Chalukya king who ruled from 744 to 756 CE. He was the son of Vikramaditya II.