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Which Chola king was known as Arumolivarman before his coronation?

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

Answer options

  1. Vira Rajendra
  2. Rajaraja I
  3. Kulottunga I
  4. None of them

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Rajaraja I

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: B. Rajaraja I šŸ“š Explanation: Arumolivarman was the birth name of the great Chola king Rajaraja I. He was the son of Parantaka Chola II and ascended the throne in 985 AD. He transformed the Chola kingdom into a vast maritime empire and built the famous Brihadisvara Temple at Thanjavur. He is regarded as one of the greatest naval commanders and administrators in Indian history.