Brihadeshwara temple at Thanjavur is one of the largest temples in India and is an example of Dravid...........

General Studies (MTS) History

Brihadeshwara temple at Thanjavur is one of the largest temples in India and is an example of Dravidian architecture during the

______ period.

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SSC MTS 19th July 2022 Shift-2

Chera

Chola

Hoysala

Pandya

- The Brihadeshwara Temple is a magnificent example of Dravidian architecture.

- It is located in Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu.

- Option: 2 - Chola

- Built during the Chola dynasty, specifically under the reign of Raja Raja Chola I.

- Known for its massive size and intricate architecture.

- Option: 1 - Chera

- The Chera dynasty mainly ruled parts of present-day Kerala and western Tamil Nadu.

- They are not directly linked to the creation of this temple.

- Option: 3 - Hoysala

- The Hoysala Empire was centered in Karnataka.

- Known for their unique temple architecture, but not Brihadeshwara.

- Option: 4 - Pandya

- The Pandyas ruled parts of southern Tamil Nadu.

- Their architecture is significant but distinct from this temple.

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