History · Emergence of Regional Kingdoms
UGC NET December 2024 History
Among the following, which regions were conquered by the Chola King Rajendra-I? Choose the correct answer from the options given below.
- 1. Pannai
- 2. Malaiyur
- 3. Gopakappattanam
- 4. Volaippanduru
- 5. Madamaalingam
A1, 2, 3 and 4 only
B2, 3, 4 and 5 only
C1, 2, 4 and 5 only ✓ Correct
D3, 4 and 5 only
Correct answer: (C) 1, 2, 4 and 5 only — The correct statements are 1, 2, 4 and 5 only.
Explanation
★The correct statements are 1, 2, 4 and 5 only.
★After his conquests in the subcontinent Rajendra I launched a campaign in Southeast Asia.
★The Chola army conquered Kadaram and Srivijaya and captured the Kadaram king.
★As part of this the Cholas captured Pannai, Malaiyur, Valaippanduru and Madamalingam.
★Details of the campaign are found in the Thiruvalangadu copper plate.
★Gopakappattanam was not among these conquered regions, so the third statement is wrong.
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