Pandyas and Structural Temple Architecture

Q. The Pallava epoch witnessed a transition from rock-cut to free–standing temples. Explain.

Q. Which of these statement(s) is/are true about The Nellaiappar Temple?

1) The Nellaiappar Temple is located in Tirunelveli.
2) It is a Vishnu temple.
3) It is an example of Pandyan cave architecture.
4) It is believed that Lord Shiva and Lord Brahma are disguised as water and lotus here.

Choose the correct option.

1. Only 1 and 2 are true.
2. Only 1 is true.
3. Only 3 is true.
4. 1, 2 and 3 are true.

Q. Which of the following temples belonged to the later Pandya period?

1. Ganesha cave temple, Pillayarpatti
2. Mandagapattu Temple, Mandagapattu
3. Shore Temple, Mahabalipuram
4. Kailasanathar Temple, Kanchipuram