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SSC GD 2026 PYQ — Question 36

SSC GD Constable - 5 May 2026 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q36

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Which important chieftains dominated the Tamil region during the Sangam Age?

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

Correct Answer: The Cholas, the Cheras and the Pandyas

Explanation:

During the Sangam Age, broadly spanning from the 3rd century BCE to the 3rd century CE, ancient Tamilakam was dominated by three major ruling dynasties, collectively known as the Moovendar.

These three dynasties were:

  • Cholas

  • Cheras

  • Pandyas

The Cholas controlled the fertile Kaveri River valley. The Cheras ruled over areas covering present-day Kerala and parts of western Tamil Nadu. The Pandyas governed the southernmost region of the Indian peninsula, with Madurai as their prominent capital.

Additional Points:

  • Moovendar refers to the three crowned kingdoms of ancient Tamilakam.

  • Sangam literature is an important historical source for understanding the society, economy, and political life of ancient South India.

  • Sangam literature was produced through assemblies of scholars under royal patronage.

  • Madurai was the prominent capital of the ancient Pandya kingdom.

Important Questions and Answers:

Question: What does the term Moovendar signify in Sangam literature?
Answer: The three crowned kingdoms of ancient Tamilakam — the Cholas, Cheras and Pandyas.

Question: Which city served as the prominent capital of the ancient Pandya kingdom?
Answer: Madurai.