History • Medieval IndiaHard
Match the following medieval Kerala dynasties with their respective capital or power centers: A. Cheras of Mahodayapuram - 1. Calicut, B. Zamorins - 2. Quilon, C. Venad Rulers - 3. Thiruvanchikulam, D. Kolathris - 4. Ezhimala. Select the correct combination.
A. A-3, B-1, C-2, D-4✓ Correct Answer
B. A-1, B-3, C-4, D-2
C. A-3, B-2, C-1, D-4
D. A-2, B-4, C-3, D-1
💡 Solution & Explanation
The imperial Later Cheras ruled from Mahodayapuram adjacent to Thiruvanchikulam, while the Zamorins established their commercial capital at Calicut. The Venad kingdom operated from Quilon and later expanded southward, whereas the Kolathri dynasty centered its authority around the ancient Ezhimala and Kannur areas. These regional kingdoms interacted through shifting alliances and commercial competition over the spice trade.
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