16. The Chola dynasty had a strong influence on the Southeast Asian region, particularly in which present-day country?
a) Cambodia
b) Thailand
c) Indonesia
d) Malaysia
17. Which Chola king is known for his naval expedition to Southeast Asia and the conquest of territories such as Srivijaya and Kadaram?
a) Rajendra Chola I
b) Rajaraja Chola I
c) Kulottunga Chola I
d) Parantaka Chola I
18. The Chola empire declined in the 13th century due to invasions by which dynasty from the north?
a) Hoysala dynasty
b) Rashtrakuta dynasty
c) Pandya dynasty
d) Delhi Sultanate
19. The Cholas were known for their exquisite bronze sculptures, often depicting which Hindu deities?
a) Shiva and Parvati
b) Vishnu and Lakshmi
c) Brahma and Saraswati
d) Ganesh and Hanuman
20. The Chola king who assumed the title “Chola Mahadeva” was:
a) Rajendra Chola I
b) Rajaraja Chola I
c) Kulottunga Chola I
d) Parantaka Chola I
