Question

Why did Mayurasharma change his name to Mayuravarma?

• A. He adopted the kshatriya way of life when insulted by the Pallava king Shivaskanda Varma
• B. He had a spiritual awakening
• C. He wanted to establish diplomatic relations with the kingdom of Shivaskanda Varma
• D. None of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is A He adopted the kshatriya way of life when insulted by the Pallava king Shivaskanda Varma

Kadamba dynasty was the first dynasty to be established in Karnataka. Their capital was Banavasi which is in today's North Canara district. Mayurasharma was the founder and a great king of this dynasty. When Mayura Sharma was insulted by the Pallava king, Shivaskanda Varma, he adopted the kshatriya way of life and became Mayuravarma. He defeated the Pallavas in a war and established the Kadamba empire. He is the pride of all Kannadigas.