Match list-I with list-II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists: **List-I (Famous Temple)** A. Vidyashankara temple B. Rajarani temple C. Kandariya Mahadeo temple D. Bhimesvara temple **List-II (State)** 1. Andhra Pradesh 2. Karnataka 3. Madhya Pradesh 4. Orissa ** Code:**
A. A-2, B-4, C-3, D-1
B. A-2, B-3, C-4, D-1
C. A-1, B-4, C-3, D-2
D. A-1, B-3, C-4, D-2
Answer: A-2, B-4, C-3, D-1
Option a is the correct answer.
Vidyashankara temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Shiva that is located in Sringeri, a town in the Chikkamagaluru district of Karnataka. The temple was built in the 14th century CE by Vidyaranya, a saint and scholar who was also the patron of the founders of the Vijayanagara Empire. The temple is known for its architectural and astronomical features, such as its twelve pillars that represent the twelve zodiac signs and its windows that allow the sun rays to fall on the Shiva linga at certain times of the year.
Rajarani temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Shiva that is located in Bhubaneswar, the capital city of Orissa. The temple was built in the 11th century CE by the Somavamsi dynasty, who ruled over Orissa and parts of Bihar and Madhya Pradesh. The temple is known for its ornate sculptures and carvings, especially of female figures called shalabhanjikas, who are depicted as holding branches of trees.
Kandariya Mahadeo temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Shiva that is located in Khajuraho, a town in the Chhatarpur district of Madhya Pradesh. The temple was built in the 11th century CE by the Chandela dynasty, who ruled over central India. The temple is known for its erotic sculptures and paintings, which represent various aspects of human life and spirituality.
Bhimesvara temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Shiva that is located in Draksharama, a village in the East Godavari district of Andhra Pradesh. The temple was built in the 9th century CE by the Eastern Chalukyas, who ruled over Andhra Pradesh and parts of Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. The temple is known for its massive Shiva linga, which is said to be one of the five powerful Shiva lingas in India.