INDIAN HISTORY

HISTORY

MEDIAVAL INDIA

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
During the reign of Krishnadev Raya which of the following famous temples were built in Vijaynagar empire?
A
Hampi
B
Hazura
C
Belgaum
D
None of them
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The famous Hazara temple of Vijaynagar was built during the reign of Krishnadevaraya. He is credited with building some fine temples and adding impressive gopurams to many important south Indian temples.

Detailed explanation-2: -The Kalyana Mantapa of Virupaksha temple in Hampi, Hazara Ramaswamy temple, Vittalaswamy temple, Krishnaswamy temple, Kamala Mahal, and Shringeri’s Vidyashankara temple are some of the finest examples of the temples of the Vijayanagara empire.

Detailed explanation-3: -It was built in the early 15th century by King of Vijayanagara, Devaraya II, and was constructed as a simple structure. It comprised of only a sanctum, pillared hall, and an Ardha mandapa. However, later it was revamped for an open porch and beautiful pillars.

Detailed explanation-4: -UPSC Mains Notes: Hazura was built by Devaraya II which is one of the famous temple in the VIjaynagar empire.

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