SSC Selection Post 2020 PYQ — Question 47

SSC Selection Post - Higher Secondary Level - 6 Nov 2020 - Shift 3 • General Awareness • Q47

In the context of ancient Indian culture, the terms 'Nagar', 'Vesar' and 'Dravida' are the terms/names associated with the:

 

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 1, i.e. styles of temple architecture

In ancient Indian architecture, Nagara, Dravida, and Vesara refer to the three major styles of temple architecture.

Nagara: Found mainly in North India, characterised by curvilinear towers (shikharas).

Dravida: Found in South India, marked by pyramidal towers (vimanas) and large gateways (gopurams).

Vesara: A blend of Nagara and Dravida styles, prevalent in Deccan and Central India, especially during the Chalukya and Hoysala periods.