Consider the following pairs of temples and their patrons: Pair | Temple | Patron 1. | Lakshmana Temple, Khajuraho | Dhanga (Chandela) 2. | Sun Temple, Modhera | Bhimdev I (Solanki) 3. | Virupaksha Temple, Pattadakal | Loka Mahadevi (Chalukya) 4. | Gomateshwara Statue | Camundaraya (Ganga) How many of the above pairs are correctly matched?

The correct Answer is All four pairs Explanation This question assesses knowledge of significant ancient and medieval Indian temples and sculptures, along with their respective patrons, which is a key aspect of Indian art and architectural history. Statement-wise Analysis 1. Statement 1: Lakshmana Temple, Khajuraho - Dhanga (Chandela) - Correct. The Lakshmana Temple at Khajuraho was built by the Chandela king Dhanga, who reigned from approximately 950 to 1002 CE. This temple is a prominent example of Chandela architecture. 2. Statement 2: Sun Temple, Modhera - Bhimdev I (Solanki) - Correct. The Sun Temple at Modhera, Gujarat, was constructed by King Bhimdev I of the Solanki dynasty around 1026-1027 CE. It is dedicated to the Sun God Surya. 3. Statement 3: Virupaksha Temple, Pattadakal - Loka Mahadevi (Chalukya) - Correct. The Virupaksha Temple at Pattadakal was commissioned by Queen Loka Mahadevi, the chief queen of Chalukya king Vikramaditya II, to commemorate his victory over the Pallavas. It was built around 740 CE. 4. Statement 4: Gomateshwara Statue - Camundaraya (Ganga) - Correct. The colossal monolithic statue of Gomateshwara (Bahubali) at Shravanabelagola, Karnataka, was commissioned by Chamundaraya, a minister and commander under the Ganga dynasty king Rachamalla IV, around 981 CE. Key Takeaway Knowledge of the patrons and dynasties associated with major architectural and sculptural works is essential for understanding Indian art history.

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NCERT Class 11 Art & Culture — Chapter 6: Temple Architecture and Sculpture

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Consider the following pairs of temples and their patrons:

Pair	Temple	Patron
1.	Lakshmana Temple, Khajuraho	Dhanga (Chandela)
2.	Sun Temple, Modhera	Bhimdev I (Solanki)
3.	Virupaksha Temple, Pattadakal	Loka Mahadevi (Chalukya)
4.	Gomateshwara Statue	Camundaraya (Ganga)

How many of the above pairs are correctly matched?

NCERT textbook question

From NCERT An Introduction to Indian Art · Page 74

Options

AOnly two pairs
BOnly three pairs
COnly one pair
DAll four pairs

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Solution

The correct Answer is All four pairs

Explanation

This question assesses knowledge of significant ancient and medieval Indian temples and sculptures, along with their respective patrons, which is a key aspect of Indian art and architectural history.

Statement-wise Analysis

Statement 1: Lakshmana Temple, Khajuraho - Dhanga (Chandela)
- Correct. The Lakshmana Temple at Khajuraho was built by the Chandela king Dhanga, who reigned from approximately 950 to 1002 CE. This temple is a prominent example of Chandela architecture.
Statement 2: Sun Temple, Modhera - Bhimdev I (Solanki)
- Correct. The Sun Temple at Modhera, Gujarat, was constructed by King Bhimdev I of the Solanki dynasty around 1026-1027 CE. It is dedicated to the Sun God Surya.
Statement 3: Virupaksha Temple, Pattadakal - Loka Mahadevi (Chalukya)
- Correct. The Virupaksha Temple at Pattadakal was commissioned by Queen Loka Mahadevi, the chief queen of Chalukya king Vikramaditya II, to commemorate his victory over the Pallavas. It was built around 740 CE.
Statement 4: Gomateshwara Statue - Camundaraya (Ganga)
- Correct. The colossal monolithic statue of Gomateshwara (Bahubali) at Shravanabelagola, Karnataka, was commissioned by Chamundaraya, a minister and commander under the Ganga dynasty king Rachamalla IV, around 981 CE.

Key Takeaway

Knowledge of the patrons and dynasties associated with major architectural and sculptural works is essential for understanding Indian art history.

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