Q. Which of the following statements are correct with regard to Military Administration of Chola?
1. The Cholas maintained a regular standing army consisting of elephants, cavalry, infantry and navy.
2. The royal troops were called kadagams.
Within this there was a personal troop to defend the king known as Velaikkarar.
3. The Cholas paid special attention to their navy.
Select the answer from the codes given below:
1. The Cholas maintained a regular standing army consisting of elephants, cavalry, infantry and navy.
2. The royal troops were called kadagams.
Within this there was a personal troop to defend the king known as Velaikkarar.
3. The Cholas paid special attention to their navy.
Select the answer from the codes given below:
✅ Correct Answer: (B)
1, 3, and 4
Explanation: The royal troops were called Kaikkolaperumpadai. The naval achievements of the Tamils reached its climax under the Cholas. They controlled the Malabar and Coromandal coasts. In fact, the Bay of Bengal became a Chola lake for some time.
Explanation by: Tina Singh
The royal troops were called Kaikkolaperumpadai. The naval achievements of the Tamils reached its climax under the Cholas. They controlled the Malabar and Coromandal coasts. In fact, the Bay of Bengal became a Chola lake for some time.