The emblem of the Chera Dynasty that controlled the central and northern parts of Kerala and the Kongu region of Tamil Nadu was _____.

The correct answer is bow and arrow.Key Points

• The emblem of the Chera Dynasty was the bow and arrow, which symbolized their prowess in warfare.
• The Chera Dynasty was one of the three major dynasties that ruled over South India during ancient times, the other two being the Chola and the Pandya dynasties.
• The Chera Dynasty was known for their maritime trade and had established trade links with ancient Rome, Greece, and Egypt.
• The Chera Dynasty was also known for their contribution to literature and art, and their language, Tamil, was widely used in their kingdom.
• The Kongu region of Tamil Nadu, which was also under the control of the Chera Dynasty, is known for its rich cultural heritage and is home to several ancient temples and monuments.

Additional Information

• Chera Dynasty:
  • The early Chera empire was created by the Chera dynasty, a Sangam-era monarchy that united several parts of southern India's western coast and western ghats. 
  • Uthiyan Cheral Athan was the founder of the Chera dynasty.
  • The Chera dynasty's reign came to an end with Rama Kulasekhara's defeat in 1102 AD. 
• Birds were a common motif in ancient Indian art and were often used to represent freedom and spirituality.
• Fish was also a common motif in ancient Indian art and was often used to represent fertility and abundance.
• Tiger was a symbol of power and strength in ancient India and was often associated with royalty and nobility.