Multiple choice general knowledge history

What Mahendra Varman did when Pulikaesi try to capture his place

  1. Went to the war

  2. Closed the door (Kottai Kadhavu)

  3. Showed white flag

  4. Ran away
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B Correct answer
Explanation

According to historical tradition, when Pulakeshin II (Pulikesi) attacked Kanchi (the Pallava capital), Mahendra Varman closed the fort gates (Kottai Kathavu) as a defensive strategy rather than engaging in open battle. This siege tactic is documented in Pallava history. The other options (war, white flag, running away) are not supported by historical accounts.

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