Architectural Elements and Features

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What is the term for the central tower of a temple?

  1. Shikhara

  2. Gopuram

  3. Vimana

  4. Mandapam


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The shikhara is the central tower of a Hindu temple, typically rising above the sanctum.

What is the term for the gateway to a temple?

  1. Gopuram

  2. Torana

  3. Mandapam

  4. Antarala


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The gopuram is the gateway to a Hindu temple, typically adorned with sculptures and carvings.

What is the term for the pillared hall in a temple?

  1. Mandapam

  2. Antarala

  3. Garbhagriha

  4. Mukhamandapa


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The mandapam is a pillared hall in a Hindu temple, used for gatherings and ceremonies.

What is the term for the sanctum of a temple?

  1. Garbhagriha

  2. Antarala

  3. Mukhamandapa

  4. Shikhara


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The garbhagriha is the sanctum of a Hindu temple, where the main deity is enshrined.

What is the term for the antechamber of a temple?

  1. Antarala

  2. Mukhamandapa

  3. Shikhara

  4. Gopuram


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The antarala is the antechamber of a Hindu temple, connecting the garbhagriha to the mandapam.

What is the term for the porch of a temple?

  1. Mukhamandapa

  2. Antarala

  3. Garbhagriha

  4. Shikhara


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The mukhamandapa is the porch of a Hindu temple, typically located at the entrance.

What is the term for the roof of a temple?

  1. Shikhara

  2. Gopuram

  3. Vimana

  4. Mandapam


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The shikhara is the roof of a Hindu temple, typically rising above the sanctum.

What is the term for the spire of a temple?

  1. Shikhara

  2. Gopuram

  3. Vimana

  4. Mandapam


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The shikhara is the spire of a Hindu temple, typically rising above the sanctum.

What is the term for the tower of a temple?

  1. Shikhara

  2. Gopuram

  3. Vimana

  4. Mandapam


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The shikhara is the tower of a Hindu temple, typically rising above the sanctum.

What is the term for the dome of a temple?

  1. Shikhara

  2. Gopuram

  3. Vimana

  4. Mandapam


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The vimana is the dome of a Hindu temple, typically located above the sanctum.

What is the term for the pillared hall in a Buddhist monastery?

  1. Mandapam

  2. Antarala

  3. Garbhagriha

  4. Vihara


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The vihara is a pillared hall in a Buddhist monastery, used for meditation and gatherings.

What is the term for the stupa in a Buddhist monastery?

  1. Shikhara

  2. Gopuram

  3. Vimana

  4. Stupa


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The stupa is a mound-like structure in a Buddhist monastery, typically containing relics of the Buddha.

What is the term for the gateway to a Buddhist monastery?

  1. Gopuram

  2. Torana

  3. Mandapam

  4. Antarala


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The torana is the gateway to a Buddhist monastery, typically adorned with sculptures and carvings.

What is the term for the courtyard of a Buddhist monastery?

  1. Mandapam

  2. Antarala

  3. Garbhagriha

  4. Sangharama


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The sangharama is the courtyard of a Buddhist monastery, where monks gather for activities.

What is the term for the refectory in a Buddhist monastery?

  1. Mandapam

  2. Antarala

  3. Garbhagriha

  4. Bhojanashala


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The bhojanashala is the refectory in a Buddhist monastery, where monks eat their meals.

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