Question

According to the inscriptions of the Chola dynasty, ____ is the land that is gifted to temples.

A Vellanvaggi Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
B Tirunamattukkani Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
C Shalabhoga Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
D Brahmadeya Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

Solution

The Chola inscriptions mention the following categories of land: Vellanvagai: The land of non-Brahmana peasant proprietors. Brahmadeya: The land gifted to Brahmanas. Shalabhoga: The land for the maintenance of a school. Devadana, Tirunamattukkani is land gifted to temples.

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