Chola bronzes are often associated with the traditional 'panchaloha' alloy used for sacred images in South India, which refers to five metals.
Chola bronzes are known for their fine craftsmanship. These metal sculptures have been made of an alloy of how many metals ?
Asked in KPSC KAS Prelims 2017 · Topic: Provincial Dynasty of North India and Deccan Province (Vijayanagara Empire)
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- The generals of ______ conquered land upto Ganges, while his admirals established their authority over several overseas territories including Ceylon, Nicobar islands and parts of the Malaya Peninsula.
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