Q. Which of the following statements with regard to the Maru-Gurjara architectural style is/are correct?
1.It reached its zenith under the patronage of the Eastern Chalukya dynasty of Vengi.
2.In this style, the haveli functions as a large residential mansion organized around a central courtyard.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
Answer: B
Notes:
Detailed Explanation:
- Statement 1 is incorrect: The Maru-Gurjara style originated around the 6th century in Rajasthan and Gujarat. It reached its architectural peak under the Solanki dynasty (the Chalukyas of Gujarat), not the Eastern Chalukyas of Vengi. Historic records like the 1169 CE Bhadrakali Inscription highlight the Solanki ruler Kumarapala’s specific efforts in restoring these temples.
- Statement 2 is correct: A classic feature of this regional style is the haveli, a large aristocratic mansion. These mansions were structurally designed around a central courtyard, which functioned as a micro-climate modifier to enhance ventilation, light, and privacy.
