Q508
When did Mukundadeva ascend the throne of Odisha?
A.
1560
AnswerB.
1562
C.
1564
D.
1566
Answer: Option A
Solution
Answer: Option A
Solution:
Mukundadeva, the founder of the "Chalukya dynasty" in ancient Orissa, ascended to the throne at Kataka in 1559 after killing the last Bhoi emperor, Raghuram Chotaraya. During his reign, he attempted to restore Orissa's strength.