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Q: Who founded the Chola Empire (dynasty)?
  • A. Singhvishnu
  • B. Dantidurg
  • C. Upendrarai
  • D. Vijayalaya
Correct Answer: Option D - Chola Empire (Dynasty) was founded by Vijayalaya. He took over the Tanjore kingdom in the 8th century and defeated the Pallavas, leading to the rise of the powerful Cholas. The first information about Cholas comes from Panini's Ashtadhyayi.
D. Chola Empire (Dynasty) was founded by Vijayalaya. He took over the Tanjore kingdom in the 8th century and defeated the Pallavas, leading to the rise of the powerful Cholas. The first information about Cholas comes from Panini's Ashtadhyayi.

Explanations:

Chola Empire (Dynasty) was founded by Vijayalaya. He took over the Tanjore kingdom in the 8th century and defeated the Pallavas, leading to the rise of the powerful Cholas. The first information about Cholas comes from Panini's Ashtadhyayi.