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Perumbidugu Mutharaiyar II: Commemorative Stamp Honours Emperor

16 December 20251 min read
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Why in the news

The Prime Minister welcomed a commemorative stamp for Emperor Perumbidugu Mutharaiyar II, recognising his administrative skill and support for Tamil culture.

Key facts

  • Period: c. 705-745 CE.
  • Other names: Suvaran Maran, Shatrubhayankar.
  • Dynasty: Mutharaiyar, a powerful Tamil ruling lineage.
AspectDetail
OverlordsPallavas, particularly under Nandivarman II
TerritoryCentral Cauvery region: Thanjavur, Tiruchirappalli, Pudukkottai, Perambalur and nearby areas
Capital baseMainly Tiruchirappalli, for nearly four decades

Significance

  • Honoured for administrative excellence and patronage of Tamil culture.

Exam angle

  • Dynasty: Mutharaiyar; status: Pallava feudatory.
  • Alternate names: Suvaran Maran, Shatrubhayankar.
  • Main seat: Tiruchirappalli.

Test yourself

1. Emperor Perumbidugu Mutharaiyar II, honoured with a commemorative stamp, is also known as what?

His other names are Suvaran Maran and Shatrubhayankar.

2. The Mutharaiyars were feudatories of which dynasty?

They served the Pallavas, particularly under Nandivarman II.

3. From which city did Perumbidugu Mutharaiyar II mainly rule?

He ruled primarily from Tiruchirappalli for nearly four decades.