Which of the following is are the features of Nagara temple architecture 1 The entire temple is buil...........

Culture of India Architecture

Which of the following is/are the features of Nagara temple architecture?

1. The entire temple is built on a stone platform with steps leading up to it.

2. Entry to the temple is led through huge and elaborate gateways.

3. The garbhagriha is always located directly under the tallest tower.

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

1 only

2 and 3 only

1 and 3 only

1, 2 and 3

Based upon a distinct structure, shape and size, there are two major classifications of temple architecture:

Some of the features of Nagara style:

Entire temple to be built on a stone platform with steps leading up to it. Hence statement 1 is correct.
It does not usually have elaborate boundary walls or gateways as in South India. Hence statement 2 is not correct.
The garbhagriha is always located directly under the tallest tower. Hence statement 3 is correct.