- Pair (a): Modhera Temple and Unao Martand Temple are dedicated to the Sun God, but Balaji Temple (Tirupati) is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Therefore, this set is not uniquely dedicated to the Sun God. Incorrect. - Pair (b): Konark Sun Temple is famous for erotic sculptures. However, Ranakpur Jain Temples are known for their intricate carvings and architecture, not primarily for erotic sculptures (Jainism emphasizes asceticism). Sathyamurthi Perumal Temple (Vishnu) is also not primarily known for erotic sculptures. Therefore, this set does not uniquely feature erotic sculptures throughout. Incorrect. - Pair (c): Shikhara and Amalaka are distinctive elements of Nagara architecture. However, Adhishthana (the base or plinth) is a fundamental structural element present in most temple styles (Nagara, Dravida, Vesara). While it contributes to the overall appearance, it is not uniquely distinctive to Nagara architecture in the same way as the Shikhara's curvilinear form or the Amalaka is. Thus, the claim that all three collectively contribute to the distinctive appearance might be considered partially inaccurate, making the entire pair incorrectly matched in the context of uniqueness.
Consider the following pairs : Temples/ Elements Uniqueness (a) Modhera Temple, Balaji Temple, Unao Martand Temple : dedicated to Sun God (b) Sun Temple, Konark Jain Temples, Ran akpur Sathyamurthi, Perumal Temple : feature erotic sculptures (c) Shikhara, Amalaka, Adhishthana : Elements contributing to distinctive appearance of Nagara architecture How many of the above pairs is/are correctly matched?
Asked in KPSC KAS Prelims 2024 · Topic: Provincial Dynasty of North India and Deccan Province (Emergence of Independent Rajput States (Mewar, Marwar))
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Answer: D. None of the above
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