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Ellalan

Ellalan

Chola King of Anuradhapura

Nationality:
Sri Lanka
Category:
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Verified source:
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Biography

Ellalan (also spelled Elara) was a Chola prince who ruled as the King of Anuradhapura from 205–161 BC. Despite being a foreign ruler, he is remembered in Sri Lankan history as one of the most just and fair kings. The Mahavamsa chronicle describes him as a righteous king who administered justice equally to all his subjects regardless of ethnicity or religion. He famously had a bell hung outside his palace for anyone seeking justice. Ellalan's reign is considered a model of good governance and he is respected by both Sinhalese and Tamil communities in Sri Lanka. His battle with Dutugemunu is one of the most famous episodes in Sri Lankan history.

Awards & Honours

Historical recognition as a just king

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