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Q: Which dynasty built the pancha rathas of Mahabalipuram ?
  • A. Chola
  • B. Satavahana
  • C. Chera
  • D. Pallava
Correct Answer: Option D - The city Mahabalipuram or Mamallapuram (Tamil Nadu) was established by Pallava ruler Narsingh Varman II who was also known as Mamalla. The temple contains 8 rathas of which the Dharmaraja Rath is the biggest. The city consists of panch rath along with Ekashm temple and remains 7 other temple, and thus is also known as Sapta Pagoda.
D. The city Mahabalipuram or Mamallapuram (Tamil Nadu) was established by Pallava ruler Narsingh Varman II who was also known as Mamalla. The temple contains 8 rathas of which the Dharmaraja Rath is the biggest. The city consists of panch rath along with Ekashm temple and remains 7 other temple, and thus is also known as Sapta Pagoda.

Explanations:

The city Mahabalipuram or Mamallapuram (Tamil Nadu) was established by Pallava ruler Narsingh Varman II who was also known as Mamalla. The temple contains 8 rathas of which the Dharmaraja Rath is the biggest. The city consists of panch rath along with Ekashm temple and remains 7 other temple, and thus is also known as Sapta Pagoda.