The Khajuraho temples were built under the patronage of the ________ rulers.

Chandela
Scindia
Holkar
Pawar

The correct answer is A) Chandela.

The Chandela dynasty was a Rajput dynasty that ruled over parts of central India from the 9th to the 13th centuries. They were patrons of art and architecture, and are best known for the Khajuraho temples, which are a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

The Scindia dynasty was a Maratha dynasty that ruled over parts of central India from the 18th to the 19th centuries. They were not patrons of the Khajuraho temples.

The Holkar dynasty was a Maratha dynasty that ruled over parts of central India from the 18th to the 19th centuries. They were not patrons of the Khajuraho temples.

The Pawar dynasty was a Maratha dynasty that ruled over parts of central India from the 17th to the 19th centuries. They were not patrons of the Khajuraho temples.

The Khajuraho temples are a group of Hindu and Jain temples located in the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh. The temples are famous for their intricate carvings, which depict both religious and secular themes. The temples were built between the 10th and 13th centuries, during the reign of the Chandela dynasty.

The temples are a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and are one of the most popular tourist destinations in India.