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Dynastic identification: Pulakesin II's ruling house. Pulakesin II, renowned for checking northern expansion and for Chalukyan glory, belonged to which dynasty? Choose the correct dynasty.

Difficulty: Easy

Chalukyas of Badami (Early Western Chalukyas)
Pallavas of Kanchipuram
Gurjara-Pratiharas
Palas of Bengal

Correct Answer: Chalukyas of Badami (Early Western Chalukyas)

Explanation:

Given
Identify the dynasty of Pulakesin II.

Concept/Approach
Pulakesin II (c. 610–642 CE) was the most celebrated ruler of the Early Western Chalukyas (Badami), noted for victories over Harsha and engagements with the Pallavas.

Final Answer
Chalukyas of Badami (Early Western Chalukyas).

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