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UPSC Prelims 2024 Paper-I 📅 16 Jun, 2024

Consider the following statements regarding the Vesara style of temple architecture:
1. It is a hybrid style that combines features of both Nagara and Dravida styles.
2. The Chalukyas of Badami are credited with the development of this architectural style.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A
1 only
B
2 only
C
Both 1 and 2
D
Neither 1 nor 2
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UPSC Prelims
2024 • 16 Jun, 2024 • Paper-I
Consider the following statements regarding the Vesara style of temple architecture:
1. It is a hybrid style that combines features of both Nagara and Dravida styles.
2. The Chalukyas of Badami are credited with the development of this architectural style.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct Answer
Both 1 and 2
History: Art and Culture.Context: Temple Architecture.Details: Both statements are correct. The Vesara style is an independent architectural style that evolved ......
Ref/Book : UPSC Prelims 2024
Ref. Subject History
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💡 Analysis & Explanation
History ▼
Art and Culture.
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Temple Architecture.
Details ▼
Both statements are correct. The Vesara style is an independent architectural style that evolved by blending elements from the northern Nagara and southern Dravida styles. The Chalukyas of Badami and later the Rashtrakutas and Hoysalas heavily patronized and perfected this style in the Deccan region.
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