Multiple choice

To which dynasty did the famous kings Mahendra Varma and Narasinha Varma belong?

  1. Chalukya

  2. Pallava

  3. Rashtrakuta

  4. Pala

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B Correct answer
Explanation

Mahendra Varma and Narasimha Varma (also known as Narasimhavarman) were famous Pallava dynasty kings who ruled in the 7th-8th centuries CE. Mahendra Varma was known for his patronage of arts and architecture, while Narasimha Varma built the magnificent shore temples at Mahabalipuram.