Question 1

The important inscriptions relating to the Venad rulers are Cholapuram and Suchindram inscriptions of…………………..

Accepted Answer

D

Question 2

The important inscriptions relating to the Venad rulers are Kilimanur records of……………….

Accepted Answer

D

Question 3

The Perumpadappu Swarupam i.e …………..royal family had a few inscriptions of historical value.

Accepted Answer

The Perumpadappu Swarupam refers to the royal family of Cochin, which is known for having a few inscriptions of historical value.

Question 4

The Syrian Copper plate (Viraraghava Pattayam) of ……………. issued by Viraraghava, a ruler of Perumpadappu royal house is the most important one.

Accepted Answer

The Syrian Copper plate (Viraraghava Pattayam) of 1225 issued by Viraraghava, a ruler of Perumpadappu royal house is the most important one.

Question 5

The Syrian Copper plate confers on the Christians of …………..a number of privileges and rights.

Accepted Answer

The Syrian Copper plate, also known as the Thomas of Cana copper plates, confers on the Christians of Kodungallur (formerly known as Muziris) a number of privileges and rights. This historical document is significant in the history of Christianity in India.

Question 6

The Christian merchant …………….was conferred the tittle 'Loka Perumchetti' (The great trader) and also the over lordship of Manigramam in the Syrian Copper plate.

Accepted Answer

Iravi Kortanan was the Christian merchant who was conferred the title 'Loka Perumchetti' (The great trader) and also the overlordship of Manigramam in the Syrian Copper plate. This recognition highlights the historical significance of trade and the diverse religious communities involved in it in ancient India.

Question 7

………….records the agreement between the Cochin Raja and the Dutch East India Company.It was dated in the Puthuvaipu era.

Accepted Answer

The 6th Paliyam copper plates record the agreement between the Cochin Raja and the Dutch East India Company, dated in the Puthuvaipu era.

Question 8

The Jewish copper plate record of Bhaskararavivarma (1000 AD) from the white Jew synagogue at ………….and the Chennamangalam record in Hebrew dated 1265 AD are the most important in this category.

Accepted Answer

The Jewish copper plate record of Bhaskararavivarma (1000 AD) is from the white Jew synagogue at Mattancherry, making it an important historical document in this context.

Question 9

…………..Rock Edict II (GIRNAR) is the earliest epigraphical record found from outside Kerala.It mentions the ruler of Kerala as Keralaputta.

Accepted Answer

Rock Edict II at Girnar, which is attributed to Emperor Ashoka, is the earliest epigraphical record found from outside Kerala mentioning the ruler of Kerala as Keralaputta.

Question 10

The Aranattumalai inscription from Karur in …………..Brahmi character mentions three Chera kings and provides valuable clue to Chera genealogy.

Accepted Answer

The Aranattumalai inscription from Karur is in Tamil Brahmi characters, which is significant for understanding the history and genealogy of the Chera kings.

Question 11

The Chalukya inscriptions of the 6th and 7th Century refer to the subjugation of …………..by the Chalukyas.

Accepted Answer

The Chalukya inscriptions of the 6th and 7th Century refer to the subjugation of Kerala by the Chalukyas.

Question 12

The Thiruvilangadu plates of ………….refer to the Chola raids on Vizhinjam.

Accepted Answer

The Thiruvilangadu plates refer to the Chola king Rajendra Chola's raids on Vizhinjam.

Question 13

…………are monuments built of granite rocks erected over the burials.

Accepted Answer

Megaliths are ancient structures made of large stones, often serving as monuments or markers, and many were erected over burial sites.

Question 14

The uses of ………….have corresponded with the use of iron and the Black and Red ware pottery (BRW).Hence megaliths belonged to the Iron Age culture.

Accepted Answer

Megaliths are large stone structures that were often used as burial sites or for ceremonial purposes. The use of megaliths has been associated with the Iron Age culture, which is also characterized by the use of iron tools and weapons and the presence of Black and Red Ware pottery. This correlation suggests that the communities that built megaliths were part of the broader Iron Age cultural milieu.

Question 15

…………….has expressed the view that the megalithic builders of Kerala represent a fairly and well established social organisation.

Accepted Answer

H.D. Sankalia has expressed the view that the megalithic builders of Kerala represent a fairly and well-established social organization, indicating his research and understanding of the ancient structures and their creators.

Question 16

…………….temples of Vizhinjam, Kaviyur, Kallil Trikkur, Irunilamkode and Thiruvegappura are the earliest temples of Kerala.

Accepted Answer

The rock-cut temples of Vizhinjam, Kaviyur, Kallil Trikkur, Irunilamkode, and Thiruvegappura are among the earliest temples in Kerala, showcasing the ancient rock-cut architecture prevalent in the region.

Question 17

The Kaviyur temple shows traces of Chera carvings, Vizhinjam shows traces of ……………style.

Accepted Answer

Vizhinjam shows traces of Pallava style in its carvings, indicating the influence of Pallava art and architecture in the region.

Question 18

The Kallil temple is one of the finest ……….monuments in Kerala.

Accepted Answer

The Kallil temple is one of the finest Jain monuments in Kerala, known for its historical significance and architectural beauty related to Jainism.

Question 19

The Catholic churches on the Kerala coast show traces of ………….style.

Accepted Answer

The Catholic churches on the Kerala coast in India show traces of Portuguese architectural style. This is because the Portuguese were among the first Europeans to arrive in India, establishing a colonial presence in the early 16th century, which included the construction of churches and the introduction of Catholicism to the region.

Question 20

Vasco-da-gama was buried at the St. Francis church, fort………...

Accepted Answer

Vasco da Gama was originally buried at St. Francis Church in Fort Cochin (Kochi), India, after his death in 1524. His remains were later taken back to Portugal. St. Francis Church is known as the oldest European church in India.

Quiz 4: Historical Inscriptions, Monuments, and Forts of Kerala