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Dynasty History
Chola Dynasty
The Cholas built a powerful South Indian state distinguished by maritime connections, temple architecture, bronze sculpture and durable administrative traditions.
Key points
- Major power in southern India
- Supported monumental temple construction
- Maintained maritime links across the Indian Ocean
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India
India, also known as Bharat, is a diverse constitutional republic with a civilisational heritage extending across millennia and a modern democratic, scientific and cultural presence of global significance.
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Last verified: 25/10/2026