Q.

Which one of the following Chola Kings conquered Ceylon (Singhal) first?

A. Aditya-I
B. Rajaraja-I
C. Rajendra
D. Vijayalya
Answer» B. Rajaraja-I
Explanation: Rajaraja began his conquests by attacking the confederation between the rulers of the Pandya and Krala kingdoms and of Ceylon. Rajendra Chola I, the son of Rajaraja, invaded the island in 1018 A.D. As a result of the campaign, Rajendra captured the crown of the Sinhala king, his Queen and daughter. The Sinhala king Mahinda-V was taken prisoner and transported to the Chola country". The naval supremacy of the Colas continued under the immediate successors of Rajendra. Rajadhiraja, not only defeated and destroyed the Chera fleet at Kandalur but sent out his squa rons on an expedition against Ceylon.
3.4k
0
Do you find this helpful?
1

View all MCQs in

Ancient Indian History

Discussion

No comments yet

Related MCQs