GPSC Class 1-2 2023 · Question 39 of 100

Consider the following statements regarding Chola Kingdom. 1. The Brihadeeswara temple of Thanjavur was built by the Cholas. 2. The famous bronze Nataraja idol was commissioned by Cholas. 3. One of the biggest setbacks for the Chola dynasty was its lack of naval force. Which of the above statements is/are correct?

History - Ancient India

A1, 2Correct
B1, 3
C2, 3
D1, 2, 3

Answer: A. 1, 2

Explanation

Statements 1 and 2 are correct (Brihadeeswara temple by Rajaraja I; Chola bronze Natarajas are famous). The Cholas had a powerful navy, so statement 3 is wrong.

Source: GPSC Gujarat Administrative Service Class-1, Gujarat Civil Services Class-1 & 2 Prelims (Advt 20/2022-23), held 08-01-2023, Paper-I (General Studies) - English version; answers per official Revised Final Answer Key (Series M, 29-09-2023)

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