Mahendravarman I who wrote Mattavilasa-prahasana is related to which of the following ruling dynasties?
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Pallava.
- Mahendravarman I, the author of the Sanskrit farce Mattavilasa-prahasana, was associated with the Pallava dynasty. Mahendravarman I reigned from approximately 600–630 CE. He was a prominent ruler of the Pallava dynasty, known for his patronage of art, architecture, and literature.
- He was a multi-talented ruler, excelling as a playwright, musician, and architect. His work Mattavilasa-Prahasana is a satirical play that humorously critiques various religious practices of the time. He initiated rock-cut architecture in South India, with significant contributions to the temples at Mahabalipuram and other regions.