Which historic administrative region under the Cholas was arranged directly above the 'Nadu' (district) level in terms of hierarchy? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which historic administrative region under the Cholas was arranged directly above the 'Nadu' (district) level in terms of hierarchy?
A. Kurram
B. Taniyar
C. Mandalam
D. Valanadu
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
In the highly organized Chola administrative setup, multiple villages formed a 'Nadu', groups of Nadus formed a 'Valanadu', and multiple Valanadus made up a 'Mandalam' (province).

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