Q. Who was the ‘Mandala mudali’ in the Chola administrative set up?
(a) Provincial governor
(b) District head
(c) Head of Judiciary
(d) Intelligence head
Ans: (a) Provincial governor
Explanation: In the Chola administrative set up, the ‘Mandala Mudali’ held the position of a (a) provincial governor.
The Chola Empire had a well-organized administrative system with a hierarchy of officials. The Mandala Mudali was a high-ranking official who served as the provincial governor or administrator. They were responsible for the governance and management of a specific region or province within the Chola Empire.
The Mandala Mudali’s duties included maintaining law and order, collecting taxes, overseeing the administration of justice, and ensuring the smooth functioning of the provincial administration. They acted as representatives of the Chola king in their respective regions and played a crucial role in the efficient administration of the empire.
Therefore, the correct answer is (a) Provincial governor.
