Q. Which of the following was the capital of Chera dynasty ?
a) Kuravur/Karur
b) Kanchipuram
c) Madurai
d) More than one of the above
Question from BPSC PT 70, 2024
The correct answer is Option A: Kuravur/Karur.
Explanation: The Chera dynasty was one of the prominent ancient Tamil dynasties that ruled over parts of present-day Kerala and Tamil Nadu. Their capital was primarily located at Karur (also referred to as Kuravur in some historical texts). Karur was an important center for trade and administration during the Chera rule.
Option B (Kanchipuram) was associated with the Pallava dynasty, and Option C (Madurai) was the capital of the Pandya dynasty. Therefore, the correct answer is Kuravur/Karur, making Option A the right choice.