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Kulottunga I was a king of which of the following dynasties?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Gujara-Partihara
  2. Chola
  3. Pandya
  4. Rashtrakuta

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Chola

Explanation: The correct answer is B. Chola. Kulottunga I (reigned 1070–1122 CE) was one of the greatest rulers of the Later Chola dynasty in South India. He was the son of Rajaraja Narendra of the Eastern Chalukyas and a Chola princess. He succeeded the Chola throne by uniting the Eastern Chalukya and Chola lineages. His reign marked the continuation of Chola imperial power and he is known for administrative reforms, temple patronage, and maritime trade expansion.