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The rock-cut temples at Mahabalipuram were primarily patronized by which dynasty?

1. Cholas
2. Pallavas
3. Pandyas
4. Satavahanas

Correct answer: Pallavas

Solution

Mahabalipuram, also called Mamallapuram, was a major center of art and architecture under the Pallavas. They patronized the rock-cut temples and monolithic structures there.

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