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Multiple choice history architecture as power: forts and sacred places cholas of tanjore forts and temples in medieval period cultural heritage of india

Which temple had the longest Shikhara amongst the temples of its time?

  1. Kandariya Mahadeva Temple

  2. Rajarajeshvara Temple

  3. Virupaksha Temple

  4. Somnath Temple
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The Rajarajeshvara temple at Thanjavur had the tallest shikhara amongst temples of its time. Constructing it was not easy because there were no cranes in those days and the 90 tonne stone for the top of the shikhara was too heavy to lift manually. So the architects built an inclined path to the top of the temple, placed the boulder on rollers and rolled it all the way to the top. The path started more than four kilometres away so that it would not be too steep. The path was dismantled after the temple was constructed.

Multiple choice history architecture as power: forts and sacred places cholas of tanjore forts and temples in medieval period cultural heritage of india

The large Shiva Temple at Thanjavur was built __________.

  1. Rajendra Chola

  2. Rajaraja Chola

  3. Chandellas

  4. Rashtrakutas
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The Kakatiya capital city of Orugallu was so designed as to have the temple of Svayambhu Shiva at the centre. This was built by the Kakatiyas to proclaim their power and status as independent kings.

Multiple choice history architecture as power: forts and sacred places cholas of tanjore forts and temples in medieval period cultural heritage of india

Who constructed the Kandariya Mahadeva tample?

  1. King Dhangadeva

  2. King Rajaram

  3. King Mahendra

  4. King Ashoka
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Kabdariya Mahadeva tample dedicated to Shiva was constructed in 999 century  by the King Dharngadeva of the Chandela dynasty. The temples were decorated with elaborately carved sculptures.

Multiple choice history architecture as power: forts and sacred places cholas of tanjore forts and temples in medieval period cultural heritage of india

Who constructed Rajarajeshvara temple?

  1. King Raja Raja Chola

  2. King Ashok

  3. King Mahendra

  4. King Dhangadeva
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Explanation

Rajarajeshvara tample, An inscription mentions that it was built by King Rajarajadeva for the workship of his god. The Rajarajeshvara temple at Thanjavur had the tallest shikhara amongst temples of its time.

Multiple choice history architecture as power: forts and sacred places cholas of tanjore forts and temples in medieval period cultural heritage of india

The weight of the superstructure above the doors and windows was sometimes carried by arches. This architectural form was called ________________.

  1. Trabeate

  2. Corbelled

  3. Arcuate

  4. All of above
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Two technological and stylistic developments are noticeable from the twelfth century. The weight of the superstructure above the doors and windows was sometimes carried by arches. This architectural form was called "arcuate".

Multiple choice history architecture as power: forts and sacred places cholas of tanjore forts and temples in medieval period cultural heritage of india

The 64 Yoginis temple is the main temple in ________.

  1. Golden temple

  2. Khajuraho temple

  3. Mahabalipuram temple

  4. Sun temple of Konark
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The 64 Yoginis temple is a well-known historical temple located in Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh, famous for its unique architecture and historical significance.

Multiple choice history architecture as power: forts and sacred places cholas of tanjore forts and temples in medieval period cultural heritage of india

Where is the Brihadeshwara temple situated?

  1. Konark

  2. Thanjavur

  3. Mahabalipuram

  4. Madurai
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The Brihadeshwara temple is situated in Thanjuvar. The temple is also known as Rajarajeshwara and was constructed by Raja Raja Chola. It is the largest South Indian temple constructed in the Dravidian style of architecture.