Q. Match List – I with List – II and select the correct answer using the code given below the lists.
List – I (Ruler)
A. Mahendraverman First
B. Kadungon
C. Amoghavarsha First
D. Rajaraja First
List – II (Dynasty)
1. Rashtrakuta
2. Pallava
3. Chola
4. Pandya
a) A-4, B-2, C-3, D-1
b) A-2, B-4, C-1, D-3
c) A-2, B-4, C-3, D-1
d) A-4, B-2, C-1, D-3
Correct Answer: b) A-2, B-4, C-1, D-3
Question from UPPSC Prelims 2025
Explanation:
Mapping:
– A. Mahendravarman I → Pallava (2): Early 7th-century Pallava ruler, known for rock-cut temples (e.g., Mandagapattu), father of Narasimhavarman I.
– B. Kadungon → Pandya (4): Pandya king credited with ending the Kalabhra interregnum and reviving Pandya power.
– C. Amoghavarsha I → Rashtrakuta (1): Eminent Rashtrakuta ruler of Manyakheta, patron of Jainism, author of Kavirajamarga.
– D. Rajaraja I → Chola (3): Great Chola emperor, builder of Brihadisvara Temple, major imperial expansions.
Thus, A-2, B-4, C-1, D-3 → Option 2.
