The Kulottunga I Chola administration (1070–1122 CE) is historically significant for its economic policy due to which of the following actions? |ForumIAS

[A] He conquered Sri Lanka and imposed heavy taxes on its trade, increasing the Chola kingdom's revenue by 50%.

[B] He abolished several minor and vexatious taxes, earning him the title Sungam Tavirtta Cholan (Chola who abolished tolls).

[C] He appointed a special Revenue Committee dominated by Brahmins to double the land tax in the Kavery Delta region.

[D] He shifted the primary source of revenue from land taxes to taxes on temple donations and guild profits.

Answer: B

Notes:

Explanation:

(a) Incorrect. He adopted a conciliatory approach toward Sri Lanka, granting them complete freedom.
(b) Correct. Kulottunga I is famous for his revenue reforms, particularly abolishing tolls or transit duties (Sungam), and earned the title Sungam Tavirtta Cholan.
(c) Incorrect. His policy was one of tax abolition, not increasing land tax.
(d) Incorrect. Land tax remained the primary source of Chola revenue.