| Term | Description |
|---|---|
| 1. Eripatti | Land revenue which was set apart for the maintenance of the village tank |
| 2. Taniyurs | Villages donated to a single Brahmin or a group of Brahmins |
| 3. Ghatikas | Colleges generally attached to the temples |
Explanation
Pair 1 is correctly matched: Eripatti was a special kind of land donated by individuals. The revenue from it was set aside for the maintenance of tanks in the village.
Pair 2 is incorrectly matched: During the Chola administration, occasionally a very large village would be administered as a single unit and this was called Taniyur. These villages were not necessarily just large administrative units but could also be village settlements that were either wholly or largely populated by Brahmins or associated with religious functions.
Pair 3 is correctly matched: Ghatikas were educational institutions, often associated with temples, where learning took place. These colleges were centers for higher education, particularly in subjects like philosophy, logic, and religious studies.
Here is a list of similar historical terms related to land revenue, administration, and education in ancient India:
Term Description Brahmadeya Land grants given to Brahmins, often leading to the formation of Agrahara villages. Devadana Land donated to temples for religious and charitable purposes. Vellanvagai Land held by non-Brahmin, peasant communities in the Chola administration. Pallichchandam Land grants given to Buddhist monasteries and Jaina institutions. Salabhoga Land or revenue assigned for the maintenance of educational institutions. Agrahara A village or settlement granted to Brahmins, often exempt from taxes. Ghatika Educational institutions, often attached to temples, known for higher learning. Matha Hindu monasteries that functioned as centers of religious and educational activities. Vasti Residential settlements. Nagaram Towns or trade centers that played a significant role in urbanization.