Where was the traditional capital of the Cholas located?

The heart of Chola power was Thanjavur, located in the prosperous Kaveri river basin.

Historical Geography of the Cholas

UPSC Archival Analysis

Q: In which region, the Chola empire was expanded?

The Chola Empire was primarily centered on the Coromandel Coast and the Kaveri delta, eventually expanding into parts of the Deccan and across the Bay of Bengal.

Exam Year

1991

Evidence Source

UPSC Level

ID: HIS_MED_1991_114 Ref: Standard Educational Reference