Q. The Chalukya king Pulakesin II, who adopted the title Dakshinapatheshvara (Lord of the South), successfully halted Harsha’s expansionist march. Which of the following sources confirms this victory?

[A] The Mandasor Inscription of Yashodharman

[B] The Aihole Inscription of Pulakesin II

[C] The Talgunda Pillar Inscription of the Kadambas

[D] The Prayag Prashasti of Samudragupta

Answer: B
Notes:

Explanation:

  • The Aihole Inscription (634 CE) was composed by the court poet Ravikirti for Pulakesin II. It explicitly details the defeat of Harsha (Harsha was no longer ‘harsh’ – harshe natmane na ratihi) near the River Narmada.
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