SSC CGL (Prelims) 1054 — solved question paper

Q1. 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

Answer: Someshvara I

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.