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Chola Empire Land Surveys: Measuring the Realm
In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore the Chola Empire's sophisticated system of land measurement and revenue administration, a backbone of its power. They discuss the detailed surveys conducted under Rajaraja Chola I, recorded in the Tanjore inscription, which catalogued over 600 villages with precise boundaries, soil types, and tax obligations. The conversation covers the role of the sabha (village assembly) in overseeing land records, the use of units like kani and patti, and how this data was inscribed on temple walls for transparency. They also touch on the legacy of this system…
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