Who was Mahendravarman I?
Q: Who was Mahendravarman I?
A: Mahendravarman I was a Pallava king who ruled the Northern regions of present-day Tamil Nadu in India during the 600-630 CE period.
Q: Who was his father?
A: His father was Simhavishnu, who defeated the Kalabhras and re-established the Pallava kingdom.
Q: What happened to Tamil literature during Mahendravarman's rule?
A: Tamil literature flourished (developed) under Mahendravarman's rule.
Q: What works were written by Appar and Sambandhar during this reign?
A: The popular Tevaram written by Appar and Sambandhar were done in this reign.
Q: Did Mahendravarman write any plays?
A: Yes, he wrote two plays - Mattavilasa Prahasana and Bhagavadajjuka.
Q: Who succeeded him to the throne after his death in 630 CE?
A: His son Narasimhavarman I succeeded him to the throne in 630 CE.
