Chapter 66

Question 1

Gandaraditya:

Answer 1

King of Chola who left his empire to his weak brother Arinjaya, allowing the Pandya to reclaim land.

Question 2

Battle of Vallala:

Answer 2

A 916 battle where the Cholas defeated Rashtrakuta ruler Indria III, strengthening King Parantaka of Chola’s conquest.

Question 3

Krishna III:

Answer 3

Great-nephew of Indra III and last great Rashtrakuta king, defeated Parantaka of the Chola at the Battle of Takkolam in 949.

Question 4

Parantaka:

Answer 4

King of Chola who defeated the Pandyan king Rajasimha II and Sri Lankan forces, and the Rashtrakuta in the north.

Question 5

What happened to Parantaka after Krishna III took control of Rashtrakuta?

Answer 5

Parantaka was defeated by Krishna III and died in 950, causing the Chola army to retreat.

Question 6

Shaivite:

Answer 6

A person devoted to Shiva. Chola kings were Shaivites.

Question 7

Why did Rajasimha II ask the Sri Lankan king for an alliance against Chola?

Answer 7

Rajasimha II needed help because he feared the powerful Chola king’s upcoming attack.

Question 8

How did the Rashtrakuta defeat the Chola in 949 in the battle at Takkolam?

Answer 8

• Forces were evenly matched.
• An arrow struck crown prince Rajaditya Chola.
• His wing scattered.
• Parantaka retreated and gave up northern territory.

Question 9

How did building of temples for Shiva to inhabit, help substantiate Chola dominance?

Answer 9

Chola kings were devoted to Shiva, strengthening their rule.
- Temples symbolized Chola power and dominance.
- The Chola kings were strong fighters.
- Inviting gods to their empire boosted their prestige.