arrow
arrow
arrow
Which of the following Chola ruler built a temple for goddess Nishumbhasudini?
Question

Which of the following Chola ruler built a temple for goddess Nishumbhasudini?

A.

Aditya I

B.

Rajendra II

C.

Vijayalaya

D.

Rajaraja I
 

Correct option is C

Vijayalaya belonged to the Chola family of Uraiyur. He defeated Muttaraiyar, the ruler of the Kaveri Delta. He built the town of Thanjavur and constructed a temple for the goddess Nishumbhasudini. His successors built the Chola Empire.
 The Chola Empire was a powerful dynasty that ruled a major part of southern India from the 9th century AD to the 13th century AD.
 The goddess Nishumbhasudini is another name for the Hindu goddess Durga, who is one of the most popular goddesses in the Hindu pantheon. She is worshipped as the destroyer of evil and protector of the universe.
 

Free Tests

Free
Must Attempt

SSC GD PYP (Held on 4 Feb 2025 S1)

languageIcon English
  • pdpQsnIcon80 Questions
  • pdpsheetsIcon160 Marks
  • timerIcon60 Mins
languageIcon English
Free
Must Attempt

Hindi Section Test 1

languageIcon English
  • pdpQsnIcon20 Questions
  • pdpsheetsIcon40 Marks
  • timerIcon12 Mins
languageIcon English
Free
Must Attempt

SSC GD Constable Full Mock Test 1

languageIcon English
  • pdpQsnIcon80 Questions
  • pdpsheetsIcon160 Marks
  • timerIcon60 Mins
languageIcon English
test-prime-package

Access ‘SSC CGL Tier I’ Mock Tests with

  • 60000+ Mocks and Previous Year Papers
  • Unlimited Re-Attempts
  • Personalised Report Card
  • 500% Refund on Final Selection
  • Largest Community
students-icon
354k+ students have already unlocked exclusive benefits with Test Prime!
Our Plans
Monthsup-arrow