About the Topic: Sangam Period represents the early historic phase of South India known for literature, trade, administration and culture. Practice MCQ Questions with answers and explanations.
Which of the following was special feature of Chola administration:
Correct Answer:
(B) Autonomy of village administration
A special feature of the Chola dynasty was the autonomy of village administration which was a speciality of them. The Chola village administration was very systematic and well developed. In fact, the autonomous administration was implemented in the village only during the Chola era.
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A lot of details regarding the village administration under the Cholas is provided by the inscription at:
Correct Answer:
(D)
Uttaramerur
A detailed description of the working system of the executive committee of Gram Sabha (village assembly) in Chola village administration has been archived from Uttaramerur inscription, which states that every village had its own committee called 'Sabha' which were usually independent of Central command and independently administered the village administration.
Ques: 3
Why was ‘Uraiyur’ famous in Sangam Era?
Correct Answer:
(B) An important trade centre of cotton
Uraiyur was very significant town during Sangam Era, located on the bank of Cauvery River in Tiruchirappalli (Tamil Nadu). It was known as Koli and Varanam and was the major centre of cotton. It is mentioned in “Periplus of the Erythraen Sea.”
Ques: 4
Which of the following was the main article of import?
Correct Answer:
(A) Gold and silver
During the early historic period, particularly during the Indo-Roman trade, the main articles of import into India were gold and silver. This influx was a result of high Roman demand for Indian goods like spices, textiles, and gemstones, causing a substantial trade imbalance. Indian merchants received precious metals as payment, which significantly increased bullion reserves in India.
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The word ‘Sangam’ is associated in Tamil history with:
Correct Answer:
(D)
A college or Assembly (literary academy) of Tamil scholar held under the royal patronage of Pandyan king at Madurai.