Question

The ancient Tamilakam was ruled by the dynasties called :

1. the Cheras
2. the Cholas
3. the Pandyas

• A. i only
• B. ii only
• C. ii, iii
• D. All of these

Answer 1

Answer:

D. All of these

Megaliths

• "Megaliths" are big stones of different shapes, placed over graves in ancient Tamilakam.

• Remnants of iron tools and implements, earthenware, grains, and other objects used during that period have been found in such graves.

• Megaliths are evidences of the human life in ancient Tamilakam. Hence the period is known as the Megalithic Age. The Iron Age of the ancient Tamilakam is known as the Megalithic Age.

• The ancient Tamilakam was ruled by the dynasties called the Cheras, the Cholas, and the Pandyas, collectively known as Moovendars.

• The major sources on the life of people in ancient Tamilakam are the megaliths and the pazhamthamizhpattukal (ancient Tamil songs), also known as 'Sangham Literature'.