In which Cholas king started Naval Army ?

Asked in CGPSC Prelims Exam 2014 · Topic: South India (Chola, Chalukya, Pallava and Sangam Period) (Chola Naval Power and Overseas Expeditions)

1. Rajendra Chola
2. Prantak Chola
3. Rajaraja I
4. Rajaraja II

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