Q. With reference to the administration under the Chalukyas of Badami, consider the following statements:
1.The principle of primogeniture was strictly followed in dynastic succession.
2.The royal insignia of the Chalukyathe wild boar, symbolising the Varaha avatar of Vishnu.
3.Chalukya kings often took high-sounding titles like Dharma Maharajadhiraja, similar to Pallava rulers.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: B
Notes:
Explanation:
- Primogeniture (eldest son succeeding) was not strictly followed by the Chalukyas.
- The wild boar was the royal insignia of the Chalukyas, representing Varaha, an avatar of Vishnu.
- High-sounding titles like “Dharma Maharajadhiraja” were used by Pallava rulers, not by the Chalukyas.
Source: NCERT and Ancient India – NCERT (R.S.Sharma)
