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Who among the following led a successful military campaign against the kingdom of Srivijaya, the powerful maritime State, which ruled the Malay Peninsula, Sumatra, Java and the neighbouring islands?

  1. A.Amoghavarsha (Rashtrakuta)
  2. B.Prataparudra (Kakatiya)
  3. C.Rajendra I (Chola)
  4. D.Vishnuvardhana (Hoysala)
▶ Answer & Explanation

Correct answer: C. Rajendra I (Chola)

Rajendra Chola I, a prominent ruler of the Chola Empire, launched a significant naval expedition in the 11th century. His forces successfully raided and conquered several territories under Srivijaya's control, including parts of Sumatra and the Malay Peninsula, thereby asserting Chola dominance in maritime trade routes.

Source: UPSC gs1 2025

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