The seven pagodas of Mahabalipuram are a witness to the art patronised by the?

The correct answer is: B. Pallavas

The Pallavas were a dynasty that ruled over southern India from the 3rd to the 9th centuries CE. They were patrons of the arts and architecture, and their kingdom was home to many great temples and monuments. The seven pagodas of Mahabalipuram are a UNESCO World Heritage Site and are considered to be some of the finest examples of Pallava art and architecture.

The other options are incorrect because:

• The Chola dynasty ruled over southern India from the 9th to the 13th centuries CE.
• The Pandya dynasty ruled over southern India from the 6th to the 13th centuries CE.
• The Kakatiya dynasty ruled over central India from the 11th to the 14th centuries CE.