Q. Which of the Pallava rulers founded the city of Mahabalipuram?
(a) Mahendavarman I
(b) Narasimhavarman I
(c) Nandivarman II
(d) Nripatunga
Ans: (b) Narasimhavarman I
Explanation: Narasimhavarman ruled from AD 630-668 and was considered the greatest of the Pallava Kings. He sent two naval expeditions to Ceylon. His greatest achievement however was the three successive triumphs over the Chalukya King Pulakesin II and annexed Vatapi to his kingdom.
