INDIAN HISTORY

HISTORY

MISCELLENOUS QUESTIONS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The Brehadeshvara temple was built by
A
Rajaraja
B
Kulottunga
C
Rajendra Chola
D
Vira Rajendra
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The Brihadeshwara Temple at Thanjavur was built by Rajaraja I in 1009 CE for worshipping Lord Shiva. Many of his achievements are inscribed here. It is the best example of Chola architecture.

Detailed explanation-2: -This South Indian style is most fully realized both in scale and detail in the Brihadeshwara temple built between 1003 and 1010 by the Chola king Rajaraja I.

Detailed explanation-3: -The most famous of them, the Airavatesvara Temple, is dedicated to Lord Shiva, and was built by Raja Raja Chola. Built in the 12th century, the Airavatesvara Temple stands extremely popular and well-preserved.

Detailed explanation-4: -Rajarajeshwara temple was built by Raja Raja Chola 1 between 1003 and 1010 AD. The temple is located in Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu. This temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva.

Detailed explanation-5: -In 1010 CE, Rajaraja built the Brihadisvara Temple in Thanjavur dedicated to Lord Shiva. The temple and the capital acted as a center of both religious and economic activity.

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