Multiple choice

With whom among the following did the Pandyas ally themselves in order to revive their empire by defeating the Cholas?

  1. Cheras
  2. Sinhalese
  3. Kalabhras

  1. Only 2

  2. Only 2 and 3

  3. Only 1 and 2

  4. All of these
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The early Pandyan Dynasty of the Sangam Literature faded into obscurity upon the invasion of the Kalabhras. They again went into decline with the rise of the Cholas in the 9th century and were in constant conflict with them. The Pandyas allied themselves with the Sinhalese and the Cheras in harassing the Chola empire until they found an opportunity for reviving their fortunes during the late 13th century.

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