GK
INDIAN CULTURE
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Which among the following Kings built the Kailashnath Temple of Ellora?
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Rashtrakuta King Krishna I
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Rashtrakuta King Krishna II
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Narasimhavarman II
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None of these
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Its construction is generally attributed to the Rashtrakuta king Krishna I (r. 756-773 CE), based on two epigraphs that link the temple to “Krishnaraja” (IAST Kṛṣṇarāja):
Detailed explanation-2: -The most remarkable temple Kailasanatha temple at Ellora was built by Krishna.
Detailed explanation-3: -Contrary to many other ancient rock structures, this temple complex was built from top to bottom rather than bottom to top. The job was done with no better tools than a chisel and hammer. Scaffolds were not used at all.
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