Architecture and History of Chausath Yogini Temple
Question
With reference to Chausath Yogini Temple situated near Morena, consider the following statements:
- 1.
It is a circular temple built during the reign of Kachchhapaghata Dynasty.
- 2.
It is the only circular temple built in India.
- 3.
It was meant to promote the Vaishnava cult in the region.
- 4.
Its design has given rise to a popular belief that it was the inspiration behind the Indian Parliament building.
Options
1 and 2
2 and 3 only
1 and 4
2, 3 and 4
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct because the temple was constructed by King Devapala of the Kachchhapaghata dynasty in the 14th century. Statement 2 is incorrect because India has other circular ancient temples, such as the Chausath Yogini Temple at Hirapur. Statement 3 is incorrect because Yogini temples are strictly dedicated to the esoteric Shakta/Shaiva tantric traditions, not the Vaishnava cult. Statement 4 is correct due to its uncanny structural similarity to the old Indian Parliament house. > The Chausath Yogini temple of Morena is a circular structure honoring the Shakta cult and is historically linked to modern administrative architectural designs. Answer: (c).
Question details
Year
2021
Paper
GS Paper 1
Question
Q31
Subject
History
Sub-topic
Art, Culture & Architecture
Type
Statement-based
Difficulty
Hard
Nature
Current-affairs-linked
Source hint
Indian Parliament architecture roots / Heritage news
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