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Q: Which of the following is an example of a Chola empire temple?
  • A. Virupaksha temple
  • B. Badami cave temple
  • C. Chennakesava temple
  • D. Airavateshvara temple
Correct Answer: Option D - The Chola rulers were great builders and during their reign, the most magnificent temples were built in South India. They ruled for nearly 1500 years and temples become the centre of importance during their power. The Airavatesvara temple at Darasuram in Tamil Nadu was built by the great Chola king Rajaraja and it is placed third, after the two famous chola temples of Thanjavur and Gangaikondacholpuram temple. Virupakhsha Temple is one of the famous Lord Shiva temples located in Hampi, Karnataka and it was built by Krishnadevraya, the ruler of Vijayanagara empire.
D. The Chola rulers were great builders and during their reign, the most magnificent temples were built in South India. They ruled for nearly 1500 years and temples become the centre of importance during their power. The Airavatesvara temple at Darasuram in Tamil Nadu was built by the great Chola king Rajaraja and it is placed third, after the two famous chola temples of Thanjavur and Gangaikondacholpuram temple. Virupakhsha Temple is one of the famous Lord Shiva temples located in Hampi, Karnataka and it was built by Krishnadevraya, the ruler of Vijayanagara empire.

Explanations:

The Chola rulers were great builders and during their reign, the most magnificent temples were built in South India. They ruled for nearly 1500 years and temples become the centre of importance during their power. The Airavatesvara temple at Darasuram in Tamil Nadu was built by the great Chola king Rajaraja and it is placed third, after the two famous chola temples of Thanjavur and Gangaikondacholpuram temple. Virupakhsha Temple is one of the famous Lord Shiva temples located in Hampi, Karnataka and it was built by Krishnadevraya, the ruler of Vijayanagara empire.