Q. Which dynasty ruled from Mahishmati and built Shaivite caves at Elephanta?
Answer:
Kalachuris
Notes: Kalachuris of Mahishmati (6th-7th centuries CE) ruled from Mahishmati and built early Shaivite caves at Elephanta and Ellora. Their reign spanned across present-day Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Gujarat. Their coins often depicted Nandi, the bull of Shiva. Notable kings included Krishnaraja and Shankaragana.