GK
INDIAS HERITAGE
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Question
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Where is Kailash Temple located?
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Kanchipuram
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Tanjavur
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Odisha
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Karnataka
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Sri Kumara Kottam temple is located in Kancheepuram, one of India’s seven “moksha-puris” or sacred cities where salvation may be obtained.
Detailed explanation-2: -Narasimhaverman II built the famous Kailashnath temple of Kanchi. Q. From the options given below, identify the famous temple built by the Pallavas in Kanchi.
Detailed explanation-3: -The temple was built around 700 CE with additions in the 8th century and restorations in later centuries. It is the first structural temple built in South India by Narasimhavarman II (Rajasimha), also known as Rajasimha Pallaveswaram. His son, Mahendravarman III, completed the front façade and the gopuram (tower).
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