The group of monuments at Mahabalipuram (Mamallapuram) belongs to which dynasty? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The group of monuments at Mahabalipuram (Mamallapuram) belongs to which dynasty?
A. Chera
B. Chola
C. Pandya
D. Pallava
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
The Pallava dynasty built the rock-cut monuments at Mahabalipuram.

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