In which year did the Chola king Rajaraja I ascend the throne?
Correct Answer: 985 AD
Subject: general
Explanation: Rajaraja I ascended the Chola throne in 985 AD and ruled until 1014 AD. He adopted the policy of "blood and iron" to vastly expand the Chola Empire.
Extra Info: He constructed the famous Brihadeshwara Temple in Thanjavur (Tamil Nadu), which is entirely built of granite and is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site.