Who took the title of Vatapikonda ?

Q. Who took 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 Pulakesin II (Chalukya King) and captured the Chalukyan capital, Badami in 642 AD.

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