The magnificent 'Chennakeshava Temple' at Belur features a unique architectural layout. What is the geometric plan of this Hoysala temple? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The magnificent 'Chennakeshava Temple' at Belur features a unique architectural layout. What is the geometric plan of this Hoysala temple?
A. Rectangular layout
B. Circular layout
C. Stellate (Star-shaped) plan
D. Square layout plan
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Classic Hoysala temples like Belur are constructed on a raised platform (jagati) following a highly complex stellate or star-shaped floor layout plan.

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Question #1
The historic 'Vishwa Shanti Stupa' in Rajgir, Bihar, features four spectacular statues of Lord Buddha. What do these statues represent?
A. Four directions of the cosmos
B. Four past incarnations of Buddha
C. Four noble truths
D. Four major stages of Buddha's life (Birth, Enlightenment, Teaching, Mahaparinirvana)

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
The gold-colored statues embedded into the four sides of the white peace pagoda depict Buddha's Birth, Enlightenment, First Sermon, and Death.

Question #2
The spectacular Vittala Temple complex at Hampi, renowned for its 56 musical pillars and iconic stone chariot, was patronized heavily by which Vijayanagara monarch?
A. Devaraya II
B. Harihara I
C. Achyuta Deva Raya
D. Krishnadevaraya

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
While its construction began earlier, the Vittala Temple was heavily expanded and embellished under the reign of Emperor Krishnadevaraya (1509–1529 AD) of the Tuluva dynasty.

Question #3
Which monument is associated with the Jallianwala Bagh massacre remembrance?
A. Gateway of India
B. India Gate
C. Jallianwala Bagh Memorial
D. Red Fort

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
The Jallianwala Bagh Memorial commemorates the victims of the 1919 massacre.