The monolithic rock-cut temples popularly known as 'Pancha Rathas' at Mahabalipuram are named after the characters of which Indian epic? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The monolithic rock-cut temples popularly known as 'Pancha Rathas' at Mahabalipuram are named after the characters of which Indian epic?
A. Mahabharata
B. Ramayana
C. Puranas
D. Silappatikaram
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The Pancha Rathas are five monolithic pyramidal structural monuments named after the Pandavas (Yudhishtir, Bhima, Arjuna, Nakula-Sahadeva) and Draupadi from the Mahabharata.

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