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Which Western Chalukyan king defeated Harshavardhana on the banks of the Narmada River?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Pulakeshin I
  2. Pulakeshin II
  3. Vikramaditya I
  4. Mangalesha

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Pulakeshin II

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: B) Pulakeshin II šŸ“š Explanation: Pulakeshin II was the most powerful ruler of the Vatapi Chalukyas and successfully checked Harsha's southward expansion in a decisive battle on the Narmada. This victory earned him the title of 'Paramesvara' and established the Chalukyas as the dominant power in the Deccan. The details of this conflict are recorded in the famous Aihole Inscription composed by Ravikirti.