Q. With reference to the Pandya Kingdom, consider the following statements:
1.It was known for its extensive trade with Southeast Asia.
2.Trade tax was the primary source of revenue for the Pandya Kingdom.
3.The Pandya period inscription was in Vattezhuthu and Tamil scripts.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Answer: B
Notes:
Explanation –
Statements 1 and 3 are correct. The Pandya Kingdom had extensive trade connections with Southeast Asia, as well as with other regions like Rome and East Africa. Inscriptions from the Pandya period have been found in both Vattezhuthu and Tamil scripts.
Statement 2 is incorrect. Land and income taxes were major sources of revenue for the Pandya kingdom.
Source: The Hindu
