Q. In which one of the following periods were the rock-cut “Hindu” temples a characteristic feature of architecture?
Answer: Pallavas
Notes: The Pallava architecture shows the transition from the rock cut temples to the stone built temples. A rock cut temple is carved from a large rock and excavated and cut to imitate a wooden or masonry temple with wall decorations and works of art. Pancha Rathas is an example of monolith Indian rock cut architecture dating from the late 7th century located at Mamallapuram, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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