With reference to the role of royal women in early South Indian dynasties, consider the following statements: 1. Chalukya royal women were sometimes appointed as provincial governors. 2. Pallava queens actively participated in governance and coin issuance. 3. Queen Rangapataka is associated with the Pallava dynasty and is mentioned in an inscription at Kailasanatha temple. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? |ForumIAS

[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 1 and 3 only

[C] 2 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: B

Notes:

Explanation:

Chalukya queens, especially from Jayasimha I’s line, were appointed as provincial governors.
Pallava queens did not participate in administration or issue coins. Their role was largely limited to religious endowments.
Queen Rangapataka, wife of Rajasimha Pallava, is mentioned in an inscription in Kailasanatha temple, Kanchipuram.

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