Question

Which among the following facts are associated with Brihadeshvara Temple, Tanjavur? \[ \text{A. It was constructed by Raj Raja-I} \] \[ \text{B. It has Loftiest Vimana} \] \[ \text{C. It has Largest Cantilever Beam} \] \[ \text{D. It is Dedicated to Lord Hari} \] \[ \text{E. It was constructed of Buff Sand Stone} \]

• A. A and B only
• B. A, B and C only
• C. A, B, C, D and E only
• D. C, D and E only

Hint:

Brihadeshvara Temple was built by Rajaraja Chola I and is dedicated to Lord Shiva.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Concept:
Brihadeshvara Temple at Tanjavur is one of the greatest temples of the Chola period. It is also known as Rajarajeshwaram and is dedicated to Lord Shiva.

Step 1: Check statement A.
The temple was constructed by Rajaraja Chola I. So, statement A is correct.

Step 2: Check statement B.
The temple is famous for its very tall vimana. So, statement B is correct.

Step 3: Check statement C.
The statement about the largest cantilever beam is not a standard identifying fact of Brihadeshvara Temple. So, statement C is incorrect.

Step 4: Check statement D.
The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva, not Lord Hari. So, statement D is incorrect.

Step 5: Check statement E.
The temple is not known for construction in buff sandstone. So, statement E is incorrect. Thus, the correct statements are: \[ A,\ B \] Hence, the correct answer is: \[ \boxed{\text{(A) A and B only}} \]