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Which Western Chalukya ruler is known for defeating the Chola king Rajadhiraja I in the Battle of Koppam (1054 CE)?

1. Pulakeshin II
2. Vikramaditya VI
3. Someshvara I
4. Tailapa II

Correct answer: Someshvara I

Solution

The Battle of Koppam in 1054 CE is associated with Someshvara I of the Western Chalukyas, who defeated Rajadhiraja I. The other rulers belong to different periods or are not linked to this battle.

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