The temples of Khajuraho are a magnificent example of the of the temple ........

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The temples of Khajuraho are a magnificent example of the ______ of the temple.

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SSC MTS 7th July 2022 Shift-1

Vesara style

Nagara style

Eastern style

Dravidian style

- The temples of Khajuraho belong to the Nagara style of temple architecture.

- The correct answer is: Option 2: Nagara style.

- Nagara style is prevalent in northern India. It features beehive-shaped shikharas (towers) and intricate carvings, like those seen in Khajuraho.

- Option 1: Vesara style is a mix of Nagara and Dravidian elements, common in Deccan and Karnataka region, not Khajuraho.

- Option 3: Eastern style isn’t a standard category in Indian temple architecture.

- Option 4: Dravidian style is found in South India, marked by pyramid-shaped towers and distinct gateways (gopurams).

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