After the end of reign of the Perumals, the chieftains, who were the local rulers under the Perumals began to rule their respective Nadus independently. The region under the control of a chieftain was known as _______.
A
Iqta
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B
Swaroopam
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C
Province
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None of the above
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Solution
The correct option is B Swaroopam The reign of Perumals came to an end by the 12th century. Consequently the chieftains, who were the local rulers, under the Perumals, began to rule their respective 'Nadus' independently. The reign under the control of a chieftain was known as 'Swapooram.' There were disparities in Wealth and military power among the Nadus. The chieftains fought among themselves for power.