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Which of the following medieval dynasties established their capital at Madurai and ruled the southern region of Tamil Nadu before being succeeded by the Vijayanagara governors in the fourteenth century?

A. Later Pandyas✓ Correct Answer
B. Western Gangas
C. Seunas
D. Kakatiyas

💡 Solution & Explanation

The Later Pandyas revived their imperial power in southern Tamil Nadu during the thirteenth century following the decline of the imperial Cholas, establishing Madurai as their magnificent capital before facing incursions from the Delhi Sultanate. Western Gangas ruled parts of southern Karnataka rather than Madurai. Seunas administered territories in the Deccan region around Devagiri. Kakatiyas held sway over the Andhra region with their capital at Warangal.

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