Ancient History PYQ 172 of 208 · South India & Sangam Age

Which of the following was the capital of the Chera dynasty?

  1. AKuravur/Karur
  2. BKanchipuram
  3. CMadurai
  4. DMore than one of the above

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Correct answer: (a) Kuravur/Karur

Explanation

Karur or Kuruvur, identified by many scholars with the Chera capital Vanchi. The Cheras held present-day Kerala and part of Tamil Nadu.

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