Authentic Past Paper Standard Evaluation
Which one of the following statements is not correct?
Solution & Analysis
Answer: A
Concept
This question covers a range of cultural and religious architecture across Medieval India. Identifying inaccurate statements requires specific knowledge of iconography and patronage.Explanation
The Gomateshwara statue in Karnataka represents Lord Bahubali, the son of the *first
Tirthankara (Rishabhanatha), not the last (Mahavira).Logical Breakup
Logic 1: Statement A is incorrect because Bahubali is not a Tirthankara, though he is highly revered in Jainism for reaching enlightenment.
Logic 2: Statement B is correct (Tawang Monastery). Statement C is correct (Chandelas built Khajuraho). Statement D is correct (Hoyseleswara is a Shiva temple at Halebidu).