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Which of the following Pallava Kings assumed the title of Vatapikonda" after defeating and slaying the great Chalukyan King Pulakesin II?

A. Narsimha Varman I
B. Mahendra Varman I
C. Parameshwar Varman I
D. Nandi Varman
Answer» A. Narsimha Varman I
Explanation: The Pallava king Narsimhavarman I assumed the title of 'Vatapikonda' (Conqueror of Vatapi), when he defeated and killed Pulakesin II (Chalukya King) and ptured the Chalukyan capital, Badami in 642 AD The Pallava victory resulted in the commencement of Pallava occupation of Vatapi which lasted until 654.
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