Ancient India: Chola Dynasty

The Chola Dynasty was a powerful dynasty that ruled over much of southern India from the 9th to the 13th centuries. They were known for their military prowess, their cultural achievements, and their extensive trade network. This quiz will test your knowledge of the Chola Dynasty.

14 Questions Published

Questions

Question 1 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which of the following was the first Chola king?

  1. Vijayalaya Chola
  2. Parantaka Chola I
  3. Rajaraja Chola I
  4. Kulothunga Chola I
Question 2 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which Chola king is known as the 'Great Chola'?

  1. Vijayalaya Chola
  2. Parantaka Chola I
  3. Rajaraja Chola I
  4. Kulothunga Chola I
Question 3 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which Chola king built the Brihadeeswarar Temple in Thanjavur?

  1. Vijayalaya Chola
  2. Parantaka Chola I
  3. Rajaraja Chola I
  4. Kulothunga Chola I
Question 4 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which Chola king defeated the Chalukyas and the Rashtrakutas?

  1. Vijayalaya Chola
  2. Parantaka Chola I
  3. Rajaraja Chola I
  4. Kulothunga Chola I
Question 5 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which Chola king invaded Sri Lanka and conquered the island?

  1. Vijayalaya Chola
  2. Parantaka Chola I
  3. Rajaraja Chola I
  4. Kulothunga Chola I
Question 6 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which Chola king was a great patron of art and literature?

  1. Vijayalaya Chola
  2. Parantaka Chola I
  3. Rajaraja Chola I
  4. Kulothunga Chola I
Question 7 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which Chola king established the Chola navy and made the Chola Empire a maritime power?

  1. Vijayalaya Chola
  2. Parantaka Chola I
  3. Rajaraja Chola I
  4. Kulothunga Chola I
Question 8 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which Chola king was known as the 'Parakesari'?

  1. Vijayalaya Chola
  2. Parantaka Chola I
  3. Rajaraja Chola I
  4. Kulothunga Chola I
Question 9 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which Chola king was known as the 'Karikala'?

  1. Vijayalaya Chola
  2. Parantaka Chola I
  3. Rajaraja Chola I
  4. Kulothunga Chola I
Question 10 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which Chola king was known as the 'Mummudi Chola'?

  1. Vijayalaya Chola
  2. Parantaka Chola I
  3. Rajaraja Chola I
  4. Kulothunga Chola I
Question 11 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which Chola king was known as the 'Solakon'?

  1. Vijayalaya Chola
  2. Parantaka Chola I
  3. Rajaraja Chola I
  4. Kulothunga Chola I
Question 12 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which Chola king was known as the 'Vikrama Chola'?

  1. Vijayalaya Chola
  2. Parantaka Chola I
  3. Rajaraja Chola I
  4. Kulothunga Chola I
Question 13 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which Chola king was known as the 'Jata Chola'?

  1. Vijayalaya Chola
  2. Parantaka Chola I
  3. Rajaraja Chola I
  4. Kulothunga Chola I
Question 14 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which Chola king was known as the 'Gangaikonda Chola'?

  1. Vijayalaya Chola
  2. Parantaka Chola I
  3. Rajaraja Chola I
  4. Kulothunga Chola I