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Consider the following statements about the Nagara style of temple architecture: 1. This style of temples are commonly found in the areas between Himalayas and Vindhyas. 2. The most striking feature of this style is its pyramidal shikhara. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements about the Nagara style of temple architecture: 1. This style of temples are commonly found in the areas between Himalayas and Vindhyas. 2. The most striking feature of this style is its pyramidal shikhara. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? Correct Answer 1 only

The correct answer is Option 1, i.e 1 only.

  • Pyramidal Shikara is the most striking feature of Dravidian Style of Temple Architecture. Hence, statement 2 is incorrect.
  • The style of temple architecture that became popular in northern India is known as nagara.
  • This style of temples are commonly found in the areas between Himalayas and Vindhyas.
  • In North India it is common for an entire temple to be built on a stone platform with steps leading up to it.
  • There are many subdivisions of nagara temples depending on the shape of the shikhara.
  • There are different names for the various parts of the temple in different parts of India.
  • The most common name for the simple shikhara which is square at the base and whose walls curve or slope inward to a point on top is called the 'latina' or the rekha-prasada type of shikara.
  • The second major type of architectural form in the nagara order is the phamsana. Phamsana buildings tend to be broader and shorter than latina ones.
  • Valabhi types are rectangular buildings with a roof that rises into a vaulted chamber.

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