Consider: 1. The Pallava king Mahendravarman I was initially a follower of Jainism before converting to Shaivism. 2. He is credited with introducing the rock-cut temple architecture in the Tamil region. Which is/are correct?

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Appar, a Shaiva saint, is said to have converted Mahendravarman I from Jainism to Shaivism. His rock-cut temples (Mandapas) revolutionized Dravidian architecture.

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