Q147
During the reign of which Pallava ruler Ratha temples at Mahabalipuram were built?
A.
Narasimhavarman I
AnswerB.
Adivarman
C.
Nadivarman
D.
None of the above
Answer: Option A
Solution
Answer: Option A
Solution:
The construction of the five rathas is traced back to the 7th century during the reign of King Mahendravarman I from 600–630 CE and his son Narasimhavarman I from 630–668 AD of the Pallava dynasty. Construction work of the structures stopped after the demise of Narasimhavarman I in 668 AD.