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Exam Year
2023
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UPSC LevelID: ANC_HIS_PM_PG_2023_03 Ref: Sangam Literature - Standard Educational Reference
Which one of the following explains the practice of 'Vattakirutal' as mentioned in Sangam poems?
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Correct Option: D
Vattakirutal was an ancient Tamil ritual mentioned in Sangam poems where a king defeated in battle would commit ritual suicide by starving himself to death while facing North. This practice was undertaken to preserve the king's honor and prestige.