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History GK · Q112

Ancient History Art And Culture

Competitive Exams · History GK · question 112

Q112

The Rathas of Mahabalipuram, the rock- cut architecture, were built by a king of the dynasty of

A.
Chola
B.
Hoysala
C.
Pallava
Answer
D.
Rashtrakuta

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
The five structures each chiselled in the shape of rathas or chariots out of large block of stone or monolith of granite typifies monolithic Indian rock-cut architecture that dates back to the 7th century during the reign of the Pallava dynasty.