He was a follower of Jainism in the early part of his career and converted to Saivism later He is ha...........

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He was a follower of Jainism in the early part of his career and converted to Saivism later. He is hailed as ‘Vichitrachitta’ who constructed a temple for Brahma, Vishnu and Siva without the use of bricks, timber, metal and mortar. Who is the ruler?

Kadambas of Banavasi

Adikavi Pampa

Rajaraja I

Mahendravarman I

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Explanation:

Mahendravarman I was converted to Saivism which led him to built a Siva temple at Tiruvadi.He was a great builder of cave temples. The Mandagappattu inscription hails him as Vichitrachitta who constructed a temple for Brahma, Vishnu and Siva without the use of bricks, timber, metal and mortar.His rock-cut temples are found in a number of places like Tiruchirappalli.His title Chitrakarapuli reveals his talents in painting. He is also regarded as an expert in music.The music inscription at Kudumianmalai is ascribed to him.