HISTORY
CHOLA
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Question
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Four fold varna system was absent
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Untouchability existed
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Slavery was Prevalent
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All of the above
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Detailed explanation-1: -Which of the following is true about the Chola dynasty?(a) The Chola dynasty was a strong empire in south India between 800 CE and 1200 CE.
Detailed explanation-2: -The Cholas are believed to have overthrown the Pallavas in south India. They became prominent in the 9th century and established an empire comprising the major portion of South India. They also extended their control in Sri Lanka and the Malay peninsula and are thus called ‘Imperial Cholas’.
Detailed explanation-3: -The Cholas were a Tamil Dynasty that ruled much of Southern India during the 10th and 13th centuries. They were located in the fertile valley of the Kaveri River.
Detailed explanation-4: -During the Chola period, the caste system was widely practised. Brahmins and Kshatriyas had special privileges. Inscriptions from the later period of Chola rule mention two major caste divisions-the Valangai and Idangai castes. In social and religious life, however, various castes and sub-castes worked together.