Which Pallava ruler began the struggle between the Pallavas and the Chalukyas?

Q. Which Pallava ruler began the struggle between the Pallavas and the Chalukyas?
Answer: Mahendravarman I
Notes: During the reign of Mahendravarman I (590-630) began the long drawn out struggle between the Pallavas and the Chalukyas. He was defeated by Pulakesin II and a part of his kingdom was occupied.

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