Which of the following is true about the Deogarh temple built in the early 6th century CE?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. It follows a panchayatana layout and is an early example of Nagara style.
The Dashavatara Temple at Deogarh is a landmark of Gupta architecture. It features a Panchayatana layout, where the main shrine is surrounded by four smaller subsidiary shrines. As one of the earliest examples of the Nagara style, it transitioned from flat roofs to including a Shikhara (tower). Constructed using masonry rather than being rock-cut, its walls are adorned with exquisite carvings of Lord Vishnu, including the famous Sheshashayi and Gajendramoksha panels.