Explanation:

Eripatti was a land for water tank donated by individuals, the revenue from which was set apart for the maintenance of’ the village tank, which indicates the dependence of the village on the tank for irrigation.

Cholas created revenue units called “Taniyur” out of larger Brahmadeya. Brahmadeya means land gifted to Brahmanas.

In South India centres of higher learning were known as Ghatikas. There was a famous Ghatika at Kanchi, drawing students from far and near. These Ghatikas were run in temples.