Regional Temple Geography
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Vidyashankara temple is in Karnataka, Rajarani is in Odisha, Kandariya Mahadeo is in Madhya Pradesh, and Bhimesvara is in Andhra Pradesh.
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Exam Year
2024
Evidence Source
Link ↗Match list-I with list-II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists:List-I List-II A. Vidyashankara temple 1. Andhra Pradesh B. Rajarani temple 2. Karnataka C. Kandariya Mahadeo temple 3. Madhya Pradesh D. Bhimesvara temple 4. Orissa
| List-I | List-II |
|---|---|
| A. Vidyashankara temple | 1. Andhra Pradesh |
| B. Rajarani temple | 2. Karnataka |
| C. Kandariya Mahadeo temple | 3. Madhya Pradesh |
| D. Bhimesvara temple | 4. Orissa |
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Detailed Solution & Historical Context
Concept
India’s diverse temple styles are distributed across states, each reflecting regional dynastic histories like the Vijayanagara, Chandela, and Somavamsi.
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Analytical Breakdown
Conceptual Deep Dive & Logic
"What is unique about the pillars in the Vidyashankara temple?"
It has 12 zodiac pillars arranged such that the sun's rays fall on them according to the solar month.
Examiner's Mindset & Pro-Tip
"These temples serve as architectural repositories of the astronomical and artistic knowledge of their respective eras."
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