70th B.P.S.C. Pre-2024
Which of the following was the capital of the Chera dynasty ?
aKuravur/Karur✓ Correct
bKanchipuram
cMadurai
dMore than one of the above
Explanation
The Chera dynasty ruled the south-western part of South India (present-day Kerala and some parts of Tamil Nadu). According to the Kerala State Gazetteer, the Cheras’ capital Vanchi is also mentioned, which some scholars identify with Karur/Kuruvur. The earliest Chera king whose name is first mentioned in sources was Udayanjeral (Uthiyan Cheral). ## Page 28 <!-- layout: svwh, oivt, ofqg, ofiz, phhr, lezd, xyab -->
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