UPSC History Early empire (6 BCE to 1 CE) Question Bank Sangam/Deccans Era

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    Which dynasty constructed the Ellora Kailash Temple?      

    A)  Raslitrakuta

    B)  Satvalian

    C)  Maurya

    D)  Pulkasya

    Correct Answer: A

    Solution :

     Rashtrakuta constructed the Ellora Kailash Temple. Kailash Temple is situated near the village of Ellora. 30 km from Aurangabad. The temple is considered as one of the most astonishing buildings in the history of architecture. This is one of the largest excavations at Ellora, which took almost a century. Kailash Temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. The idol measures 109 feet wide by 164 feet long.


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