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SSC GD 2023 PYQ — Question 26

SSC GD Constable (English) - 12 Jan 2023 - Shift 4 • General Awareness • Q26

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During the Chola period, muvendavelan and araiyar were titles of ______.

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 3 i.e. rich landowners.

  • The Chola King gave titles like Muvendavelan, Araiyar etc to the rich landowner as a mark of respect.
  • Brahmins were given land grants by them which were known as brahmadeya.
  • The Chola kings were one of the three major rulers of Southern India.