Pulakeshin II belonged to which dynasty of rulers?

Eastern Chalukyas

Pallavas

Eastern Gangas

Western Chalukyas

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Pulakeshin II was the most renowned ruler of the Chalukya dynasty of Badami. This dynasty is also commonly referred to as the Western Chalukyas.

Pulakeshin II ruled from 610 to 642 CE. He is famous for his military campaigns, including his victory over Emperor Harsha of Kannauj, as recorded in the Aihole inscription composed by his court poet Ravikirti.

The Chalukyas of Badami ruled over a large part of the Deccan. They had branches, including the Eastern Chalukyas who ruled in the Andhra region. The Pallavas were their contemporaries and rivals in South India, notably clashing frequently with Pulakeshin II and his successors. The Eastern Gangas ruled in Kalinga (modern Odisha).

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