Kharavela was the ruler of which ancient region?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Kalinga
Kharavela was a well-known ruler of ancient Kalinga, a region broadly associated with present-day Odisha. Information about his reign and achievements comes from the Hathigumpha inscription. Malwa, Kashmir, and Awadh were different ancient regions and were not ruled by Kharavela. Exam tip: Remember Kharavela with Kalinga and the Hathigumpha inscription.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Kalinga
Why is this the correct answer?
Kharavela was a well-known ruler of ancient Kalinga, a region broadly associated with present-day Odisha. Information about his reign and achievements comes from the Hathigumpha inscription. Malwa, Kashmir, and Awadh were different ancient regions and were not ruled by Kharavela. Exam tip: Remember Kharavela with Kalinga and the Hathigumpha inscription.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 10 General Knowledge question. Chapter: Indian History. Topic: Famous Indian Rulers.
