With reference to religious patronage under the Chalukyas of Badami, consider the following statements: 1. The Chalukyas supported both orthodox and heterodox sects, including Jainism and Buddhism. 2. Chalukya rulers bore religious titles like Parama Vaishnava and Parama Maheswara. 3. Hiuen Tsang mentions the presence of Mahayana and Hinayana followers in Chalukya territory. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? |ForumIAS

[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 2 and 3 only

[C] 1 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: D

Notes:

Explanation:

Chalukyas supported both Brahmanical faiths (Saivism, Vaishnavism) and heterodox sects like Jainism and Buddhism.
Chalukya rulers bore religious titles like Parama Vaishnava and Parama Maheswara, reflecting dual patronage.
Hiuen Tsang reported that both Mahayana and Hinayana Buddhists lived in Chalukya domains.

Source: NCERT and Ancient India – NCERT (R.S.Sharma)