Why did Kulottunga I bear the title 'Sungam Tavirtta'?

He was known as 'Sungam Tavirtta Chola' (the Chola who abolished tolls) because he removed internal customs duties to promote trade.

Later Chola Diplomacy

UPSC Archival Analysis

Q: Who was the Chola monarch who gave complete freedom to Sri Lanka and got his daughter married to the Sinhala Prince?

Kulottunga I was the Chola ruler who withdrew direct control from Sri Lanka, recognizing its independence and forming a marital alliance with the Sinhala royalty.

Exam Year

2012

Evidence Source

UPSC Level

ID: HIS_MED_2012_64 Ref: K.A. Nilakanta Sastri, The Cholas