History • Ancient IndiaHard
Examine the epigraphical evidence and historical administrative structure under the Pallava dynasty: 1. The administrative divisions of the Pallava Empire were hierarchically organized, where a 'Mandalam' was subdivided into 'Nadus', which further contained 'Ur' and 'Sabha' units. 2. The copper plate grants, such as the Kasakudi and Kuram plates, were issued in Sanskrit and Tamil languages, detailing land donations made to Brahmins and religious institutions. 3. The Pallava naval fleet played an insignificant role in international diplomacy and trade, restricting its maritime activities strictly to domestic river transport. Which of the statements given above are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only✓ Correct Answer
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
💡 Solution & Explanation
Pallava administration exhibited a well-structured territorial hierarchy comprising Mandalam, Nadu, Kottam, and village assemblies like Ur and Sabha. Royal grants were meticulously recorded on copper plates and stone walls, switching gracefully between Sanskrit for prasastis and Tamil for operational details. However, statement three is entirely incorrect because Pallava naval power was formidable; kings like Narasimhavarman II dispatched naval expeditions to China and maintained robust maritime trade routes across Southeast Asia.
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