Question
Easy

Which of the following pairs is not correctly matched?

1
Rajadhiraj-I - Vijayrajendra
2
Rajendra Chola-I - Shungham Tavirt
3
Mahendravarman-I - Mattavilasa
4
Narsinghvarman-I - Vatapikonda
Question Details
Time to Solve: 12
Exam: HTET
Level/Paper: Level 2
Chapter: Ancient India: Prehistoric to Post-Gupta
Topic: Gupta & Vardhana Empires, Southern Dynasties
Correct Answer
Option B
Explanation

The correct option is 2: The pair Rajendra Chola-I - Shungham Tavirt is not correctly matched. The title 'Shungham Tavirt' or 'Shungam Tavirtta' (meaning 'He who abolished tolls/taxes') is famously associated not with Rajendra Chola I, but with his grandson, Kulothunga Chola I. Kulothunga Chola I earned this title because he reportedly abolished heavy tolls and trade taxes, thereby easing the burden on his people and promoting commerce. Rajendra Chola…Read More