Q. Who among the following rulers was responsible for building temples at Panamalai, Mandagapattu and Kanchipuram?
Answer: Mahendravarma I
Notes: The Pallava kings who succeeded the Chalukya kings in parts of South India, were also patrons of art. Mahendravarma I who ruled in the seventh century was responsible for building temples at Panamalai, Mandagapattu and Kanchipuram. The inscription at Mandagapattu mentions Mahendravarman I with numerous titles such as Vichitrachitta (curious-minded), Chitrakarapuli (tiger among artists), Chaityakari (temple builder), which show his interest in art activities.