Historical Inscriptions and Ruler Matches

This question asks to correctly match four historical inscriptions with the rulers they are associated with. We need to verify each pair to determine the correct set of matches.

Detailed Analysis of Each Match

• 1. Kaverippakkam Inscription - Varaguna:

  This statement is incorrect. The Kaverippakkam inscription is generally attributed to the Chola period. Varaguna, however, was a significant king of the Pandya dynasty, not a Chola ruler associated with this inscription.

• 2. Thirumukkudal Inscription - Virarajendra:

  This statement is correct. The Thirumukkudal inscription is indeed associated with the Chola king Virarajendra I. It provides details about his reign and administrative activities.

• 3. Tiruvalangadu Plates - Rajendra I:

  This statement is correct. The Tiruvalangadu copper plates are a very important source for Chola history, containing valuable information about the lineage and reign of Rajendra Chola I.

• 4. Uthiramerur Inscription - Parantaka I:

  This statement is correct. The Uthiramerur inscription is famous for its detailed description of the local self-government system (village assemblies and the 'kudavolai' system) during the reign of the Chola king Parantaka I.

Identifying the Correct Set of Matches

Based on the analysis above:

• Match (1) is incorrect.
• Matches (2), (3), and (4) are correct.

Therefore, the option stating that statements (2), (3), and (4) are correct identifies the right matches.