WBCS.LIVE practice question

Which Chola king founded the city of Puhar?

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

Answer options

  1. Rajendra Chola
  2. Ellara
  3. Senguttavan
  4. Karikala

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Karikala

Explanation: The correct answer is D. Karikala. Karikala Chola, a prominent early Chola ruler of the Sangam Age, is traditionally credited with founding and developing the ancient port city of Puhar, also known as Kaveripattinam.