The seven Ratha Temple of Mahabalipuram was built by

MahendraVarman
Narsimhan Varman
Parmeshwar Varman
Nandi Varman

The correct answer is (a) MahendraVarman.

The Seven Rathas are a group of monolithic rock-cut temples located in Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu, India. They were built by the Pallava king Mahendravarman I in the 7th century CE. The temples are carved out of a single rock face and are dedicated to various Hindu deities.

The Seven Rathas are a UNESCO World Heritage Site and are one of the most popular tourist attractions in Mahabalipuram.

The other options are incorrect because:

  • (b) Narsimhan Varman was the son of Mahendravarman I and the grandson of Pallava king Simhavishnu. He ruled from 630 to 668 CE.
  • (c) Parmeshwar Varman was the son of Narsimhan Varman and the grandson of Mahendravarman I. He ruled from 668 to 685 CE.
  • (d) Nandi Varman was the son of Parmeshwar Varman and the grandson of Narsimhan Varman. He ruled from 685 to 705 CE.