The unique structural monument 'Kanchipuram Kailasanathar Temple' is completely surrounded by which unique perimeter element? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The unique structural monument 'Kanchipuram Kailasanathar Temple' is completely surrounded by which unique perimeter element?

A. A deep water moat filled with crocodiles

B. A thick ring wall made of black basalt

C. A series of continuous open stepwells

D. A continuous sub-enclosure containing 58 miniature shrines decorated with frescoes

Answer: Option D

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The temple compound wall features a unique architectural layout consisting of 58 small cell-like sub-shrines dedicated to various aspects of Shiva.

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The magnificent 'Chennakeshava Temple' at Belur contains exactly how many beautiful bracket ritual dancer figures (Madanikas)?

A. 48 figures

B. 38 figures

C. 42 figures

D. 56 figures

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Correct Answer: Option C

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The temple is world-famous for its 42 'Madanika' (bracket figures of celestial dancers or musicians), with 38 located on the exterior eaves and 4 inside.

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The architectural style combining Rajput and Mughal elements is seen in:

A. Qutub Minar

B. Red Fort

C. Hawa Mahal

D. Taj Mahal

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Correct Answer: Option C

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Hawa Mahal blends Rajput and Mughal architectural styles.

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The iconic Lingaraja Temple, a towering milestone of Kalinga style Hindu temple architecture, dominates the landscape of which historic city?

A. Bhubaneswar

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C. Sambalpur

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Correct Answer: Option A

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The Lingaraja Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva as Harihara, is located in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, and was constructed by the Somavamsi dynasty rulers (with major inputs by Jayati Keshari).

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