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Panchapandavar rathas are monolithic rathas. Explain.
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Solution
- Under Mamalla style, the five rathas (chariots), popularly called Panchapandavar rathas, signify the different styles of temple architecture.
- Each ratha has been carved out of a single rock.
- So they are called monolithic.
- The popular mandapams here are Mahishasuramardhini mandapam, Thirumoorthi mandapam and Varaha mandapam.
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