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What is the popular name of Monolithic rock shrines at Maha balipuram? (1) |
A. | Rathas |
B. | Mathika |
C. | Gandhakuti |
D. | (2) Prasad |
Answer» A. Rathas | |
Explanation: The Monolithic rock shrines at Mahabalipura Kanchipuram district of Tamil Nadu are also kno as Rathas. Each of the five monuments in the complex resembles a chariot (ratha), and each is carved over a single, long stone or monolith, of granite which slopes in north-south direction with a slight incline. Dating from the late 7th century, it is attributed to King Mahendravarman I and his son Narasim havarman I of the Pallava Kingdom. |
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