Question

<!--td {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--> Which among the following correctly define the term 'Urar' during the Imperial Chola period?

• A. Soldiers
• B. Landholders
• C. Caste brahmins
• D. Artisans

Answer 1

The correct option is B Landholders

<!--td {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--> The Urar, who were landholders in the village, acted as spokesmen in the peasant settlements. The Urar were entrusted with the upkeep of temples, maintenance of the tanks and managing the water stored in them. They also discharged administrative functions of the state such as collection of revenue, maintenance of law and order, and obeying the king’s orders.