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Who among the following rulers commissioned the construction of the Shore Temple at Mamallapuram, a prominent example of early structural temple architecture?

1. Mahendravarman I
2. Narasimhavarman I (Mamallan)
3. Narasimhavarman II (Rajasimha)
4. Nandivarman II

Correct answer: Narasimhavarman II (Rajasimha)

Solution

The Shore Temple at Mamallapuram was commissioned by Narasimhavarman II, also called Rajasimha. He was a Pallava ruler known for structural temple architecture. Therefore, the correct answer is Narasimhavarman II (Rajasimha).

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