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UPSC History Early empire (6 BCE to 1 CE) Question Bank Sangam/Deccans Era

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    Who among the following rulers of the Chola dynasty carried out tlie first naval expedition against South-East Asia?

    A)  Rajadhiraja                  

    B)  Rajaraja I                     

    C)  Rajendral                     

    D)  Vira Rajendra

    Correct Answer: C

    Solution :

    Rajendra I of the Chola dynasty carried out the first naval expedition against south-east Asia. He conquered up to the banks of Ganges and assumed the title of "Gangaikonda" (the victor of the Ganges). He established a new capital and named it Ganga ikondacholapuram. The conquest of the Andaman and Nicober islands was his greatest achievement.


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