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SSC CHSL 2020 PYQ — Question 32

SSC CHSL - 13th October 2020 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q32

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Which Chola ruler was popularly called ‘Victor of the Ganges’?

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Rajendra Chola I.

  • Rajendra Chola I succeeded the mighty Rajaraja Chola.
  • Rajendra I was the first to venture to the banks of the Ganges. He was popularly called the Victor of the Ganges. His new empire capital was called the Gangaikondacholapuram where he received the title of ‘Gangaikonda’.
  • This period is referred to as the golden age of the Cholas.