Question

From the given options, select all the dynasties that ruled Madurai.

• A. The Chola dynasty
• B. The Maurya dynasty
• C. The Pandya dynasty
• D. The Kalabra dynasty

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (C), (D)

The correct options are
A The Chola dynasty
C The Pandya dynasty
D The Kalabra dynasty

The Pandya, the Chola and later the Kalabra dynasties administered Madurai in the Ancient Period. During the medieval period, the Chola and later, the Pandya dynasties, followed by the Nayaka dynasty ruled Madurai. This resulted in a blend of cultures and trade flourished.