SSC GD 2023 PYQ — Question 24

SSC GD Constable (English) - 13 Jan 2023 - Shift 4 • General Awareness • Q24

The Muttaraiyar wielded authority in the Kaveri delta under the suzerainty of the Pallava monarchs from _______.

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Kanchipuram.

During the era spanning from the 4th to the 9th centuries, the Pallava dynasty, headquartered in Kanchipuram, held sway over diverse territories across South India. In the Kaveri delta, the Muttaraiyar emerged as influential figures, operating under the authority of the Pallava kings. This historical period witnessed the Muttaraiyar's involvement in the political landscape of the Kaveri delta, reflecting the intricate dynamics shaped by their subordination to the Pallavas.