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SSC CHSL 2020 PYQ — Question 33

SSC CHSL - 17th October 2020 - Shift 1 • General Awareness • Q33

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Which of the following is an example of a Chola empire temple?

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Airavateswara temple.

  • Airavatesvara Temple is a Hindu temple of Dravidian architecture located in the town of Darasuram, near Kumbakonam, Thanjavur District in the South Indian state of Tamil Nadu.
  • This temple, built by Rajaraja Chola II in the 12th century CE is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, along with the Brihadeeswara Temple at Thanjavur, the Gangaikondacholisvaram Temple at Gangaikonda Cholapuram that are referred to as the Great Living Chola Temples.