Indian Temple Sculpture

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Which of these is a characteristic feature of Indian temple sculpture?

  1. Naturalistic depiction of human figures

  2. Emphasis on abstract forms and symbols

  3. Use of vibrant colors and intricate patterns

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Indian temple sculpture exhibits a blend of naturalistic representation, abstract symbolism, and vibrant colors.

The earliest known examples of Indian temple sculpture date back to which period?

  1. Gupta period (320-550 CE)

  2. Maurya period (322-185 BCE)

  3. Harappan period (2600-1900 BCE)

  4. Chalukya period (543-753 CE)


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The earliest known examples of Indian temple sculpture can be traced back to the Maurya period.

Which of these temples is renowned for its exquisite sculptures depicting scenes from the Ramayana?

  1. Khajuraho Temples

  2. Konark Sun Temple

  3. Brihadisvara Temple

  4. Kandariya Mahadeva Temple


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Kandariya Mahadeva Temple in Khajuraho is famous for its intricate sculptures depicting scenes from the Ramayana.

The sculptures at the Konark Sun Temple are primarily dedicated to which deity?

  1. Lord Vishnu

  2. Lord Shiva

  3. Goddess Durga

  4. Lord Surya


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The sculptures at the Konark Sun Temple are dedicated to Lord Surya, the Sun God.

Which of these temples is known for its iconic sculpture of Nandi, the sacred bull of Lord Shiva?

  1. Brihadisvara Temple

  2. Kandariya Mahadeva Temple

  3. Kailasa Temple

  4. Meenakshi Amman Temple


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Brihadisvara Temple in Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu, is famous for its massive sculpture of Nandi.

The sculptures at the Meenakshi Amman Temple in Madurai are predominantly made of which material?

  1. Granite

  2. Sandstone

  3. Limestone

  4. Bronze


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The sculptures at the Meenakshi Amman Temple are primarily carved out of granite.

Which of these temples is known for its intricate carvings depicting various aspects of everyday life?

  1. Khajuraho Temples

  2. Brihadisvara Temple

  3. Hoysaleswara Temple

  4. Lingaraja Temple


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Hoysaleswara Temple in Halebidu, Karnataka, is renowned for its detailed carvings depicting scenes from everyday life.

The sculptures at the Lingaraja Temple in Bhubaneswar are primarily dedicated to which deity?

  1. Lord Vishnu

  2. Lord Shiva

  3. Goddess Durga

  4. Lord Brahma


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The sculptures at the Lingaraja Temple are dedicated to Lord Shiva.

Which of these temples is known for its unique sculptures depicting erotic scenes?

  1. Khajuraho Temples

  2. Konark Sun Temple

  3. Brihadisvara Temple

  4. Kandariya Mahadeva Temple


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Khajuraho Temples are famous for their erotic sculptures.

The sculptures at the Kailasa Temple in Ellora are carved out of which type of rock?

  1. Granite

  2. Sandstone

  3. Limestone

  4. Basalt


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The sculptures at the Kailasa Temple are carved out of basalt rock.

Which of these temples is known for its iconic sculpture of Goddess Durga slaying the demon Mahishasura?

  1. Khajuraho Temples

  2. Konark Sun Temple

  3. Brihadisvara Temple

  4. Chamunda Devi Temple


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Chamunda Devi Temple in Kangra, Himachal Pradesh, is famous for its sculpture of Goddess Durga slaying Mahishasura.

The sculptures at the Jagannath Temple in Puri are primarily made of which material?

  1. Granite

  2. Sandstone

  3. Limestone

  4. Wood


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The sculptures at the Jagannath Temple are carved out of wood.

Which of these temples is known for its intricate carvings depicting scenes from the Mahabharata?

  1. Khajuraho Temples

  2. Konark Sun Temple

  3. Brihadisvara Temple

  4. Virupaksha Temple


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Virupaksha Temple in Hampi, Karnataka, is famous for its carvings depicting scenes from the Mahabharata.

The sculptures at the Sun Temple in Modhera are primarily dedicated to which deity?

  1. Lord Vishnu

  2. Lord Shiva

  3. Goddess Durga

  4. Lord Surya


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The sculptures at the Sun Temple in Modhera are dedicated to Lord Surya.

Which of these temples is known for its iconic sculpture of Lord Vishnu reclining on the serpent Shesha?

  1. Khajuraho Temples

  2. Konark Sun Temple

  3. Brihadisvara Temple

  4. Padmanabhaswamy Temple


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Padmanabhaswamy Temple in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, is famous for its sculpture of Lord Vishnu reclining on Shesha.

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