Q. Which renowned Kannada poet, known for the epic 'Vikramarjuna Vijaya', served as the court poet to Arikesari II of the Chalukyas of Vemulavada?
Answer:
Pampa
Notes: Pampa was the court poet of Arikesari II and authored 'Vikramarjuna Vijaya.' He is regarded as one of the greatest Kannada poets and a pioneer of classical Kannada literature, profoundly influencing both Karnataka and the Deccan region, including areas of present-day Maharashtra.