History • Medieval IndiaEasy
Which of the following Chola monarchs constructed the magnificent Brihadisvara Temple at Thanjavur, completed around 1010 CE?
A. Rajaraja I✓ Correct Answer
B. Rajendra I
C. Parantaka I
D. Kulothunga I
💡 Solution & Explanation
Rajaraja I commissioned the grand Brihadisvara Temple at Thanjavur, an architectural masterpiece built entirely of granite featuring a soaring vimana tower and massive monolithic Nandi sculpture. Rajendra I constructed a similar monumental temple at his new capital of Gangaikonda Cholapuram. Parantaka I consolidated early Chola power in the Kaveri delta. Kulothunga I ruled during a later period marked by administrative consolidation.
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