Multiple choice The originators of Dravidian architecture in south India were the Pallavas Cholas Chalukyas Pandyas Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself A Correct answer Explanation The Pallava dynasty (7th-9th century CE) pioneered Dravidian architecture in South India. They built the rock-cut temples at Mahabalipuram and structural temples like Kanchipuram. Cholas, Chalukyas, and Pandyas developed later architectural styles.