The Hoysalas

Description: This quiz is designed to test your knowledge about the Hoysalas, a powerful dynasty that ruled over much of South India from the 10th to the 14th centuries.
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Who was the founder of the Hoysala dynasty?

  1. Nripa Kama II

  2. Vinayaditya

  3. Ereyanga

  4. Ballala I


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Nripa Kama II, also known as Sala, is considered to be the founder of the Hoysala dynasty.

Which Hoysala king is known for his patronage of literature and art?

  1. Vishnuvardhana

  2. Veera Ballala II

  3. Narasimha I

  4. Ballala III


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Vishnuvardhana, who ruled from 1108 to 1152, was a great patron of literature and art. He commissioned the construction of many temples and encouraged the development of Kannada literature.

What was the capital of the Hoysala Empire?

  1. Halebidu

  2. Belur

  3. Dwarasamudra

  4. Mysore


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Dwarasamudra, also known as Halebidu, was the capital of the Hoysala Empire.

Which Hoysala king is known for his military prowess and conquests?

  1. Veera Ballala II

  2. Narasimha I

  3. Ballala III

  4. Vishnuvardhana


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Veera Ballala II, who ruled from 1173 to 1220, was a great military leader who expanded the Hoysala Empire and successfully defended it against the Chalukyas and the Pandyas.

What is the name of the famous Hoysala temple complex located in Belur?

  1. Chennakeshava Temple

  2. Hoysaleswara Temple

  3. Halebidu Temple

  4. Dwarasamudra Temple


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Chennakeshava Temple in Belur is a masterpiece of Hoysala architecture and is known for its intricate carvings and sculptures.

Which Hoysala king is known for his patronage of Jainism?

  1. Narasimha I

  2. Ballala III

  3. Vishnuvardhana

  4. Veera Ballala II


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Narasimha I, who ruled from 1152 to 1173, was a patron of Jainism and commissioned the construction of several Jain temples.

What is the name of the famous Hoysala temple complex located in Halebidu?

  1. Hoysaleswara Temple

  2. Chennakeshava Temple

  3. Dwarasamudra Temple

  4. Halebidu Temple


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Hoysaleswara Temple in Halebidu is another masterpiece of Hoysala architecture and is known for its intricate carvings and sculptures.

Which Hoysala king is known for his administrative reforms and efficient governance?

  1. Ballala III

  2. Narasimha I

  3. Vishnuvardhana

  4. Veera Ballala II


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ballala III, who ruled from 1291 to 1343, is known for his administrative reforms and efficient governance. He introduced a new system of land revenue collection and established a strong military.

What is the name of the famous Hoysala temple complex located in Dwarasamudra?

  1. Chennakeshava Temple

  2. Hoysaleswara Temple

  3. Halebidu Temple

  4. Dwarasamudra Temple


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Dwarasamudra Temple in Dwarasamudra is a lesser-known but still impressive example of Hoysala architecture.

Which Hoysala king is known for his patronage of Sanskrit literature?

  1. Veera Ballala II

  2. Narasimha I

  3. Ballala III

  4. Vishnuvardhana


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Vishnuvardhana was a patron of both Kannada and Sanskrit literature. He commissioned the translation of several Sanskrit works into Kannada.

What is the name of the famous Hoysala temple complex located in Mysore?

  1. Chennakeshava Temple

  2. Hoysaleswara Temple

  3. Halebidu Temple

  4. Dwarasamudra Temple


Correct Option:
Explanation:

There is no famous Hoysala temple complex located in Mysore.

Which Hoysala king is known for his patronage of Kannada literature?

  1. Veera Ballala II

  2. Narasimha I

  3. Ballala III

  4. Vishnuvardhana


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Vishnuvardhana was a patron of both Kannada and Sanskrit literature. He commissioned the translation of several Sanskrit works into Kannada.

What is the name of the famous Hoysala temple complex located in Somnathpur?

  1. Chennakeshava Temple

  2. Hoysaleswara Temple

  3. Halebidu Temple

  4. Parshvanatha Temple


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Parshvanatha Temple in Somnathpur is a famous Hoysala temple complex known for its intricate carvings and sculptures.

Which Hoysala king is known for his patronage of Telugu literature?

  1. Veera Ballala II

  2. Narasimha I

  3. Ballala III

  4. Vishnuvardhana


Correct Option:
Explanation:

There is no evidence that any Hoysala king patronized Telugu literature.

What is the name of the famous Hoysala temple complex located in Belavadi?

  1. Chennakeshava Temple

  2. Hoysaleswara Temple

  3. Halebidu Temple

  4. Veeranarayana Temple


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Veeranarayana Temple in Belavadi is a famous Hoysala temple complex known for its intricate carvings and sculptures.

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