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U.P.P.C.S. Mains 2005

Early Medieval Regional States

Authentic Past Paper Standard Evaluation

The capital of Kadamba Kings was-

Solution & Analysis

Answer: B

Concept The Kadamba dynasty (4th-6th century CE) was the first indigenous kingdom to rule in the Karnataka region. They paved the way for future empires like the Chalukyas.

Explanation Historical texts and inscriptions confirm that Vanavasi (in present-day Uttara Kannada) was the capital city of the Kadambas, founded by Mayurasharma after his rebellion against the Pallavas.

Logical Breakup
Logic 1: Vanavasi was strategically located and became a center for art, architecture, and Early Kannada literature.
Logic 2: Other options are capitals of different dynasties: Tanjore (Cholas), Kanchi (Pallavas), and Badami (Early Chalukyas).

Active Recall

Question

Who was the founder of the Kadamba dynasty?

Answer

Mayurasharma, a Brahmin scholar who turned into a warrior king after being insulted at the Pallava court in Kanchi.

Core Insight

The Kadambas are significant for being the first to give administrative status to the Kannada language in the region.

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