21. The Chalukyas were patrons of which form of dance?
a) Bharatanatyam
b) Kathak
c) Odissi
d) Kathakali
Answer: a) Bharatanatyam
22. The Chalukyas were known for their architectural masterpiece known as:
a) Brihadeshwara Temple
b) Meenakshi Temple
c) Shore Temple
d) Aihole Temples
Answer: a) Brihadeshwara Temple
23. The Chalukyas had a strong navy and conducted trade with which regions?
a) Southeast Asia and Africa
b) Middle East and Europe
c) South America and Australia
d) Central Asia and China
Answer: b) Middle East and Europe
24. The Chalukyas were known for their administrative system known as:
a) Rajputana
b) Mahasamanta
c) Rajyapala
d) Samanta
Answer: b) Mahasamanta
25. The Chalukya dynasty came to an end with the defeat of which ruler by the Rashtrakutas?
a) Pulakeshin I
b) Pulakeshin II
c) Vikramaditya I
d) Kirtivarman II
Answer: d) Kirtivarman II