UPSC History Optional · Paper I · 2004 · Q6 · 60 marks
The Cholas are said to have established a strong and well organized administration with an element of self-government at the local level. Do you agree? Give reasons.
- Chapter
- Early Medieval India, 750-1200
- Topic
- Chola Administration and Village Assemblies
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