Q. Which Pallava Kings assumed the title of "Vatapikonda"?
Answer: Narsimhavarman I
Notes: The Pallava king Narsimhavarman I assumed the title of ‘Vatapikonda’ (Conqueror of Vatapi), when he defeated and killed the great Pulakesin II (Chalukya King) and captured the Chalukyan capital, Badami in 642 AD. The Pallava victory resulted in the commencement of Pallava occupation of Vatapi which lasted until 654 AD.

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