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Who among the following medieval rulers of Venad is credited with establishing the 'Kollam Era' (Malabar Era) starting in 825 CE, which marked a major chronological milestone in Kerala history?
A. Ravi Varma Kulasekhara
B. Udaya Marthanda Varma
C. King Udaya Martandavarman / Ayyan Dadhan✓ Correct Answer
D. Veera Raghava Chakravartti
💡 Solution & Explanation
The Kollam Era starting in 825 CE is traditionally associated with the foundation of Kollam and regional assemblies involving local rulers like Ayyan Dadhan in Venad. Other monarchs like Ravi Varma Kulasekhara ruled much later in Kerala history. This calendar system remains an important chronological milestone in South Indian historical studies.
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