Q204
Who is the founder of the Chola Empire ______
A.
Parantaka Chola I
B.
Arinjaya Chola
C.
Vijayalaya Chola
AnswerD.
Uttama Chola
Answer: Option C
Solution
Answer: Option C
Solution:
The founder of the Chola Empire was Vijayalaya, who was first feudatory of the Pallavas of Kanchi. He captured Tanjore in 850 A.D. He established a temple of goddess Nishumbhasudini (Durga) there. Aditya I succeeded Vijayalaya.