Awas a territorial division in the administrative setup of the Chola empire that comprised of a group of villages.

Mandalam

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Valanadu

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Kottam

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Solution

The correct option is C Kottam
The administrative setup in the Chola empire consisted of smaller territorial divisions. They were Mandalams, Valanadus, Nadus, and Kottams. A Kottam comprised of a group of villages. The people living in the villages were responsible for its administration.

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12. With reference to administration in Chola Empire, consider the following statements

i. Nadu was the smallest unit of administration in Chola Empire.

ii. The villages in Chola Empire practiced a system of self-government.

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