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Chola inscriptions mention several categories of lands. Which one of the following was meant for the maintenance of school?
Options
- ATirunamattukkani
- BShalabhoga
- CVellanvagai
- DPallichhandam
Correct answer
B. Shalabhoga
Step-by-step solution
Chola inscriptions mention several categories of land: Vellanvagai: land of non-Brahmana peasant proprietors. Brahmadeya: land gifted to Brahmanas. Shalabhoga: land for the maintenance of a school. Devadana / Tirunamattukkani: land gifted to temples. Pallichchhandam: land donated to Jaina institutions. Therefore, Shalabhoga was the land meant for the maintenance of a school. Answer: Shalabhoga