Pulakesin I was the founder of ______ dynasty of South India.

Chalukya

The correct answer is Option 3- Chalukya

Pulakesin I was the founder of the Chalukya dynasty of South India. He ruled from 543 to 566 CE and established the Chalukyas as a major power in the Deccan region. He is credited with expanding the Chalukya kingdom and defeating several neighboring rulers.

The Cheras, Pandyas, and Cholas were other dynasties that ruled over different parts of South India during the same period.