Which of the following Chola monarchs undertook a grand naval expedition across the Bay of Bengal, subduing the Srivijaya empire and maritime trade routes?

💡 Solution & Explanation

Rajendra I undertook a massive naval expedition across the Bay of Bengal around 1025 CE, subduing the Srivijaya Empire and securing maritime trade routes to Southeast Asia. While Rajaraja I laid the foundation of Chola naval strength, it was Rajendra I who extended imperial reach overseas.