Question

Identify the correct statements with regard to South Indian kingdoms:
(A) The primary of the Cholas was located in Krishna Valley.
(B) The early kingdom of Tamilakam emerged in rice growing areas.
(C) Erikar was the capital of Cholas.
(D) The kingdom of Pandyas was located in the valley of Tamraparni and Vaigai

• A. (A), (C), and (D) only
• B. (A), (B), and (C) only
• C. (B), (C), and (D) only
• D. (A), (B), and (D) only

Hint:

Focus on geographical and cultural specifics to accurately distinguish regional kingdoms.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

The Chola kingdom was located in Tamil Nadu, not the Krishna Valley. Tamilakam prospered primarily in rice-growing regions. Uraiyur served as the Chola capital, and the Pandyas inhabited the Tamraparni and Vaigai river valleys.