Southern History

Which ancient South Indian kingdom was renowned for its maritime trade and naval prowess?

• Chola Empire

• Pandya Dynasty

• Pallava Dynasty

• Chera Kingdom

Who was the famous Chola king known for his naval expeditions to Southeast Asia and the Indian Ocean?

• Rajaraja Chola

• Raja Raja Narendra

• Rajendra Chola I

• Kulottunga Chola I

Which South Indian kingdom was known for its architectural marvels such as the Shore Temple in Mahabalipuram?

• Chola Empire

• Pandya Dynasty

• Pallava Dynasty

• Chera Kingdom

Who was the Pallava king credited with the construction of the famous rock-cut temples at Mahabalipuram?

• Narasimhavarman I

• Mahendravarman I

• Rajasimha Pallava

• Narasimhavarman II

Which South Indian kingdom was primarily located in present-day Kerala?

• Chola Empire

• Pandya Dynasty

• Pallava Dynasty

• Chera Kingdom

Who was the legendary founder of the Chera dynasty according to Tamil Sangam literature?

• Karikalan

• Ilango Adigal

• Perumchottu Uthiyan Cheralathan

• Nedunjeliyan

Which famous festival celebrated in Kerala is associated with the mythological story of the victory of Lord Krishna over the demon Narakasura?

• Onam

• Pongal

• Vishu

• Thrissur Pooram

The Vijayanagara Empire was founded in the 14th century by:

• Krishnadevaraya

• Harihara I and Bukka Raya I

• Devaraya II

• Saluva Narasimha Deva Raya

The Bahmani Sultanate, a significant medieval Muslim kingdom in South India, was founded in the 14th century in present-day:

• Karnataka

• Tamil Nadu

• Andhra Pradesh

• Telangana

Which South Indian ruler is known for his patronage of Telugu literature and the establishment of Amaravati as a great center of learning?

• Krishnadevaraya

• Prataparudra II

• Pulakeshin II

• Harihara I