History • Medieval IndiaHard
Analyze the architectural and sculptural evolution of Later Chola temples in Tamil Nadu: 1. The Airavatesvara Temple at Darasuram built by Rajaraja II features exquisite miniature sculptures, intricate pillar reliefs, and stone chariot wheels carved with galloping horses. 2. The Brihadeeswarar Temple at Gangaikonda Cholapuram commissioned by Rajendra I is distinguished by its elegant concave vimana profile, contrasting with the straight pyramidal tower of the Thanjavur temple. 3. Chola architects abandoned the use of granite monoliths entirely, relying exclusively on terracotta bricks for constructing structural temples across the Kaveri delta. Which of the statements given above are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only✓ Correct Answer
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
💡 Solution & Explanation
Statements one and two are correct because Darasuram showcases refined sculptural finesse and Gangaikonda Cholapuram features a distinct concave vimana design. Statement three is incorrect because Chola temples were predominantly constructed using massive granite blocks quarried and transported with immense engineering skill, not fragile terracotta bricks. Stone masonry ensured the remarkable structural longevity of these monuments across centuries.
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