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Historical Monuments of the Hoysala Empire

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Which of the following is not a Hoysala temple?

  1. Chennakesava Temple, Belur

  2. Hoysaleswara Temple, Halebidu

  3. Keshava Temple, Somanathapura

  4. Brihadeeswara Temple, Thanjavur


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Brihadeeswara Temple is a Chola temple, not a Hoysala temple.

The Hoysala temples are known for their intricate carvings. Which of the following is a common theme in Hoysala carvings?

  1. Scenes from the Ramayana

  2. Scenes from the Mahabharata

  3. Scenes from the Bhagavata Purana

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Hoysala carvings often depict scenes from the Ramayana, Mahabharata, and Bhagavata Purana.

The Chennakesava Temple at Belur is considered to be the masterpiece of Hoysala architecture. What is the unique feature of this temple?

  1. It is the largest Hoysala temple.

  2. It is the oldest Hoysala temple.

  3. It is the most intricately carved Hoysala temple.

  4. It is the only Hoysala temple that is still in use today.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Chennakesava Temple is known for its exquisite carvings, which cover every inch of the temple.

The Hoysala Empire was founded by which king?

  1. Vishnuvardhana

  2. Ballala II

  3. Narasimha I

  4. Veera Ballala III


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Vishnuvardhana founded the Hoysala Empire in 1108 CE.

The Hoysala Empire reached its peak under which king?

  1. Vishnuvardhana

  2. Ballala II

  3. Narasimha I

  4. Veera Ballala III


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Veera Ballala III ruled the Hoysala Empire from 1292 to 1343 CE and expanded its territory to its greatest extent.

The Hoysala Empire was finally defeated by which empire?

  1. The Delhi Sultanate

  2. The Mughal Empire

  3. The Maratha Empire

  4. The British Empire


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Hoysala Empire was defeated by the Delhi Sultanate in 1343 CE.

Which of the following is a UNESCO World Heritage Site?

  1. Chennakesava Temple, Belur

  2. Hoysaleswara Temple, Halebidu

  3. Keshava Temple, Somanathapura

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Chennakesava Temple, Hoysaleswara Temple, and Keshava Temple are all UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

The Hoysala temples are built using a unique type of stone. What is this stone called?

  1. Soapstone

  2. Granite

  3. Sandstone

  4. Limestone


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Hoysala temples are built using soapstone, which is a soft and easy-to-carve stone.

The Hoysala temples are known for their distinctive star-shaped ground plan. What is the name of this ground plan?

  1. Vimana

  2. Jagati

  3. Adhisthana

  4. Mantapa


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Hoysala temples are built on a star-shaped ground plan called the Jagati.

The Hoysala temples are also known for their beautiful sculptures. What is the name of the main deity that is usually worshipped in these temples?

  1. Vishnu

  2. Shiva

  3. Durga

  4. Ganesha


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The main deity that is usually worshipped in Hoysala temples is Vishnu.

The Hoysala Empire was located in which part of India?

  1. North India

  2. South India

  3. East India

  4. West India


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Hoysala Empire was located in the southern part of India.

The Hoysala Empire lasted for how many years?

  1. 100 years

  2. 200 years

  3. 300 years

  4. 400 years


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Hoysala Empire lasted for about 300 years, from 1078 CE to 1343 CE.

Which of the following is a famous Hoysala ruler who was known for his patronage of art and architecture?

  1. Vishnuvardhana

  2. Ballala II

  3. Narasimha I

  4. Veera Ballala III


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Vishnuvardhana was a famous Hoysala ruler who was known for his patronage of art and architecture. He built many temples and other monuments during his reign.

The Hoysala temples are known for their intricate carvings. What is the name of the technique that was used to create these carvings?

  1. Chiseling

  2. Hammering

  3. Sandblasting

  4. Laser cutting


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Hoysala temples were carved using a technique called chiseling. This technique involved using a chisel and hammer to remove pieces of stone from the surface of the temple.

Which of the following is a common feature of Hoysala temples?

  1. A large central tower

  2. A pillared hall

  3. A stepped roof

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Hoysala temples typically have a large central tower, a pillared hall, and a stepped roof.

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