Match the following Chola rulers with their titles.

Group-I

(Rulers)

Group-II

(Titles)

(a)

Vijayalaya

(i)

Rajakesari

(b)

Parantaka

(ii)

Madurai konda

(c)

Sundara Chola Aralamouli

(iii)

Kadaram gonda

(d)

Rajendra Chola

(iv)

Raja Raja

Question

Question

This question was previously asked in

Telangana Police Constable Mains Exam 2023 Official Paper

Attempt Online

Answer 1

The correct answer is Option 1

Key Points

Vijayalaya: He was the founder of the Chola dynasty and was given the title "Rajakesari" (Group I - (a), Group II - (i)).
Parantaka: Known for his conquests, especially of Madurai, he earned the title "Madurai Konda" (Group I - (b), Group II - (ii)).
Sundara Chola Aralamouli: He was referred to as "Kadaram Gonda" for his campaigns in Kadaram (Group I - (c), Group II - (iii)).
Rajendra Chola: Famous for expanding the Chola empire to Southeast Asia, he earned the title "Raja Raja" (Group I - (d), Group II - (iv)).

Important Points

The Chola dynasty was one of the most influential dynasties in South India, known for its military achievements and cultural contributions.
Titles like "Rajakesari," "Madurai Konda," "Kadaram Gonda," and "Raja Raja" were conferred based on the ruler's military achievements and territorial conquests.
The Cholas were known for their naval strength, which allowed them to expand their influence to Southeast Asia and secure trade routes.
They also contributed significantly to Tamil literature, temple architecture, and administrative systems.