The Kingdom of Pallava

Description: The Kingdom of Pallava was an ancient Indian kingdom located in the southern part of the Indian subcontinent. The Pallavas ruled from the 3rd century BCE to the 9th century CE. They were known for their contributions to art, architecture, and literature.
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In which century BCE did the Pallava Kingdom emerge?

  1. 1st

  2. 2nd

  3. 3rd

  4. 4th


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Pallava Kingdom emerged in the 3rd century BCE.

Which city served as the capital of the Pallava Kingdom?

  1. Kanchipuram

  2. Madurai

  3. Thanjavur

  4. Trichy


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kanchipuram served as the capital of the Pallava Kingdom.

Who was the most famous ruler of the Pallava Kingdom?

  1. Mahendravarman I

  2. Narasimhavarman I

  3. Paramesvaravarman I

  4. Nandivarman II


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Narasimhavarman I was the most famous ruler of the Pallava Kingdom.

Which Pallava ruler is known for his contributions to art and architecture?

  1. Mahendravarman I

  2. Narasimhavarman I

  3. Paramesvaravarman I

  4. Nandivarman II


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mahendravarman I is known for his contributions to art and architecture.

Which Pallava ruler is known for his military conquests?

  1. Mahendravarman I

  2. Narasimhavarman I

  3. Paramesvaravarman I

  4. Nandivarman II


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Narasimhavarman I is known for his military conquests.

Which Pallava ruler is known for his administrative reforms?

  1. Mahendravarman I

  2. Narasimhavarman I

  3. Paramesvaravarman I

  4. Nandivarman II


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Paramesvaravarman I is known for his administrative reforms.

Which Pallava ruler is known for his patronage of literature?

  1. Mahendravarman I

  2. Narasimhavarman I

  3. Paramesvaravarman I

  4. Nandivarman II


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Nandivarman II is known for his patronage of literature.

Which Pallava ruler is known for his construction of the Shore Temple?

  1. Mahendravarman I

  2. Narasimhavarman I

  3. Paramesvaravarman I

  4. Nandivarman II


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Narasimhavarman II is known for his construction of the Shore Temple.

Which Pallava ruler is known for his construction of the Kailasanatha Temple?

  1. Mahendravarman I

  2. Narasimhavarman I

  3. Paramesvaravarman I

  4. Rajasimha Pallava


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Rajasimha Pallava is known for his construction of the Kailasanatha Temple.

Which Pallava ruler is known for his construction of the Pancha Rathas?

  1. Mahendravarman I

  2. Narasimhavarman I

  3. Paramesvaravarman I

  4. Nandivarman II


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Narasimhavarman I is known for his construction of the Pancha Rathas.

Which Pallava ruler is known for his construction of the Varaha Cave Temple?

  1. Mahendravarman I

  2. Narasimhavarman I

  3. Paramesvaravarman I

  4. Nandivarman II


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mahendravarman I is known for his construction of the Varaha Cave Temple.

Which Pallava ruler is known for his construction of the Mamallapuram Shore Temple?

  1. Mahendravarman I

  2. Narasimhavarman I

  3. Paramesvaravarman I

  4. Nandivarman II


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Narasimhavarman II is known for his construction of the Mamallapuram Shore Temple.

Which Pallava ruler is known for his construction of the Kanchipuram Kailasanatha Temple?

  1. Mahendravarman I

  2. Narasimhavarman I

  3. Paramesvaravarman I

  4. Rajasimha Pallava


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Rajasimha Pallava is known for his construction of the Kanchipuram Kailasanatha Temple.

Which Pallava ruler is known for his construction of the Mahabalipuram Pancha Rathas?

  1. Mahendravarman I

  2. Narasimhavarman I

  3. Paramesvaravarman I

  4. Nandivarman II


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Narasimhavarman I is known for his construction of the Mahabalipuram Pancha Rathas.

Which Pallava ruler is known for his construction of the Varaha Cave Temple?

  1. Mahendravarman I

  2. Narasimhavarman I

  3. Paramesvaravarman I

  4. Nandivarman II


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mahendravarman I is known for his construction of the Varaha Cave Temple.

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