Resurgence of the Cholas
UPSC Archival Analysis
Exam Year
2016
Evidence Source
UPSC Level
ID: HIS_MED_2016_179 Ref: K.A. Nilakanta Sastri, The Cholas
Who among the following laid the foundation of the Chola Empire in the IXth century A.D.?
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Correct Option: C
Vijayalaya was the founder of the Imperial Chola dynasty in the 9th century, famously capturing Thanjavur to establish his capital.