With reference to the Brihadeeswara Temple, consider the following statements: 1. It was built by Rajaraja Chola I in Thanjavur. 2. It is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites. 3. It represents early Nagara-style temple architecture in South India. How many of the above statements are correct? |ForumIAS

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Q. With reference to the Brihadeeswara Temple, consider the following statements:
1.It was built by Rajaraja Chola I in Thanjavur.
2.It is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
3.It represents early Nagara-style temple architecture in South India.
How many of the above statements are correct?

[A] Only one

[B] Only two

[C] All three

[D] None

Answer: B

Notes:

Explanation:

Statement 1 is correct. Built by Rajaraja Chola I in 1010 AD in Thanjavur.
Statement 2 is correct. It is a Shiva temple and a UNESCO World Heritage Site as part of the “Great Living Chola Temples.”
Statement 3 is incorrect. The temple represents Dravidian architecture, not Nagara style

Source- HT