Multiple choice general knowledge culture In ancient days the region of Chennai was called ________ Tondaimandalam Chennaipatnam Madraspatnam None of the above Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself A Correct answer Explanation In ancient times, the Chennai region was known as Tondaimandalam, named after the Tondaiman dynasty that ruled the area. Chennaipatnam and Madraspatnam were later names given during British colonial period.