Which of the following was not one of the general assemblies under the Cholas?

Answer & Explanation

Answer: [C]

Among the given options, the term that was not one of the general assemblies under the Cholas is Variyam.

The Chola administration had various assemblies and councils for governance and decision-making. However, "Variyam" is not recognized as one of the general assemblies under the Cholas. It is important to note that administrative systems and terminology may have varied during different periods and regions.

A. Ur: Ur was a general assembly in the Chola administration. It represented the village assembly where local matters were discussed and decisions were made.

B. Sabha: Sabha was another general assembly in the Chola administration. It was a council or assembly of learned scholars and intellectuals who advised the king on matters of governance and policy.

D. Nagaram: Nagaram refers to the urban center or city in the Chola administration. It represented the urban settlement and its administrative organization.

Therefore, the correct answer is Variyam.