Question

How did the cholas rise to power ? Trace out the role of raj raja in this rise?

Answer 1

After the decline of the Sangam period, the Cholas became feudatories in Uraiyur. They became prominent in the ninth century and established an empire comprising the major portion of South India. Their capital was Tanjore. They also extended their sway in Sri Lanka and the Malay Peninsula. Therefore, they are called as the Imperial Cholas. It was under Rajaraja I and his son Rajendra I that the Chola power reached its highest point of glory. His military conquests were:

1. The defeat of the Chera ruler Bhaskararavivarman in the naval battle of Kandalursalai and the destruction of the Chera navy.

2. The defeat of the Pandya ruler, Amarabhujanga and establishment of Chola authority in the Pandya country.

3. The conquest of Gangavadi, Tadigaipadi and Nolambapadi located in the Mysore region.

Answer 2

Answer:

Cholas belonged to a minor chiefly family known as Muttaraiyar that held power in the Kaveri delta. They worked as subordinate to the Pallava kings of Kanchipuram. ... Rajaraja I was the most powerful Chola ruler. He became king in 985 and expanded control over most of these areas.