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Which Chola ruler had conquered the northern part of Sri Lanka and made it a province of his empire?

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Rajindra Chola I

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Adhirajindra Chola

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Parantaka Chola I

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Rajaraja Chola I

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The correct option is D Rajaraja Chola I
Rajaraja Chola 1 invaded Northern Sri Lanka in 993 AD. Cholas made the city of Polonnurawa as their capital and renamed it Jananathamangalam. Rajaraja Chola 1 built a Siva temple in Polonnaruwa to commemorate the victory.

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