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Odisha Temples Knowledge Quiz

Enhance your understanding of Odisha's rich temple architecture and history

Temple Architecture – I

1. When did the Odishan temple style reach its climax?
10th century CE
Mid-13th century CE
Early 9th century CE
Late 12th century CE

2. The Kalingan style of temple architecture can be identified with which region?
South India
Gujarat
Odisha
Kashmir

3. Which temple’s pillar inscription mentions the Kalingan style along with Nagar, Dravida, and Vesara styles?
Mukteswar Temple
Virupaksha Temple, Hampi
Ramanathaswamy Temple
Amrtesvara Temple at Holal

References

• Temples of Orissa – K.S. Behera
• Early Temples of Orissa – A.N. Parida
• Archaeological Survey of India Reports
• Utkal University Research Papers
• OdishaTemples.com Archives