UPSC History Early empire (6 BCE to 1 CE) Question Bank Sangam/Deccans Era

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    The Seven Pagodas of Mahabalipuram are a witness to the art patronised by the

    A)  Pallawas                      

    B)  Pandyas                      

    C)  Cholas            

    D)  Cheras

    Correct Answer: A

    Solution :

     The seven Pagodas of Mahabalipuram are a witness to the art patronised by the Pallavas. Interestingly, it is documented in "Carta Cartalana", a 14th century Spanish world map as "Setemeiti" referring to "Sette Templi??, the obvious reference to the Seven Shore temples, of which only one exists today.


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