Authentic Past Paper Standard Evaluation
Which of the following pairs is correctly matched?
Solution & Analysis
Answer: C
Concept
Great temple sites in India were commissioned by specific regional dynasties that developed their own characteristic styles (e.g., Nagara, Dravida).Explanation
Khajuraho: Built by the Chandela dynasty (10th-12th Century CE).
Ellora: Built by Rashtrakutas, Chalukyas, and Yadavas (not Shakas).
Meenakshi: Built by Pandyas and later Nayakas (not Pallavas).
Mahabalipuram: Built by the Pallava dynasty (not Rashtrakutas).Logical Breakup
Logic 1: The Chandela-Khajuraho link is one of the most stable facts in Indian architectural history.
Logic 2: Most other options swap the dynasties (e.g., Mahabalipuram should be Pallava, and Ellora should be Rashtrakuta).