Which prominent Chola monarch constructed the world-famous Brihadisvara Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva at Thanjavur around 1010 CE? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Which prominent Chola monarch constructed the world-famous Brihadisvara Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva at Thanjavur around 1010 CE?

A. Parantaka I

B. Rajendra I

C. Rajaraja I

D. Rajadhiraja I

Answer: Option C

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Rajaraja I built the grand Brihadisvara (or Rajarajesvaram) Temple. The temple is famous for its towering 66-meter stone vimana, a masterpiece of Dravidian architecture.

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