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Sangam poems mention a Tamil word ‘Muvendar’ which means _____________.

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

Answer options

  1. Three taxes
  2. Three ports
  3. Three chiefs
  4. Three horses

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Three chiefs

Explanation: The correct answer is C. Three chiefs. The term ‘Muvendar’ is a classical Tamil word mentioned in Sangam literature, which literally translates to ‘three chiefs’ or ‘three crowned kings.’ It refers to the three most prominent dynasties of ancient Tamilakam: Chola, Chera, and Pandyas.