Medieval India (A) The Cholas — Chapter Summary
ICSE · Class 9 · History & Civics
Summary of Medieval India (A) The Cholas for ICSE Class 9 History & Civics. Part of the ICSE Class 9 History & Civics syllabus.
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Overview
The Cholas rose to power in the ninth century and became one of the most powerful kingdoms in South India. Their strength came from strong rulers, a well-organised administration, a powerful navy, rich trade, and remarkable temples and inscriptions. The chapter shows how political expansion, local s
Key Concepts
Vijayalaya established Chola rule in Tamil
Vijayalaya established Chola rule in Tamil land with Thanjavur as the capital in the middle of the ninth century. Later rulers expanded the empire and
Rajaraja I was a brilliant general
Rajaraja I was a brilliant general who campaigned against the Pandyas, Cheras, Mysore, and parts of Deccan. He overran Vengi, led a naval expedition a
Rajendra Chola continued the policies
Rajendra Chola continued the policies of Rajaraja I. He annexed the whole island of Sri Lanka, campaigned up to the Ganga, defeated Mahipala of Bengal
Chola inscriptions include copper
Chola inscriptions include copper-plate grants, stone inscriptions, and inscriptions on temple walls and pillars. They record administration, gifts to
The Tiruvalangadu copper plates record Rajendra
The Tiruvalangadu copper plates record Rajendra Chola’s gift of Palaiyanur village to the Tiruvalangadu Siva temple. The set contains 31 copper plates
Learning Objectives
- Understand the rise of the Chola Empire and its major rulers
- Explain the importance of inscriptions as historical sources
- Describe Chola military power, especially naval strength
- Learn the structure of Chola administration at central, provincial, and local levels
- Identify the role of villages, temples, and trade in Chola society
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