Temple of Orissa
- Prof. K. S. Behera
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Q.1) What contrast does the Orissan temple architecture emphasize between the sanctum and the jagamohana?
A) Horizontal ascent of the sanctum and vertical emphasis of the jagamohana
B) Vertical ascent of the sanctum and horizontal emphasis of the jagamohana
C) Both have similar vertical elevation
D) Both are circular in shape
Q.2) How are the deula and jagamohana connected in the Orissan style of temple architecture?
A) Separated completely as individual temples
B) Built one over the other
C) Joined only by external walls
D) Linked internally and form a complete whole
Q.3) According to traditional belief, what is the symbolic relationship between the main temple and the jagamohana?
A) The main temple is the king and the jagamohana is the palace
B) The main temple is the soul and the jagamohana is the body
C) The main temple is the bridegroom and the jagamohana is the bride
D) The main temple is the god and the jagamohana is the devotee
Q.4) What two additional structures were added later to meet the growing ritual needs?
A) Gopuram and mandapa
B) Natamandira and bhogamandapa
C) Garbhagriha and vimana
D) Sabha and antarala
Q.5) In Orissan temple complexes, what is the usual spatial alignment of the structures?
A) Arranged in a circular pattern
B) Placed randomly within the compound
C) Arranged in a star-shaped plan
D) Standing in a row on the same axial alignment
Q.6) What visual impression is created by the rising and falling peaks of the temple structures?
A) Impression of a palace complex
B) Impression of a mountain range
C) Impression of waves
D) Impression of pyramids
Q.7) What architectural feature is absent in Orissan temples but common in South Indian temples?
A) Gopuram
B) Rathaka
C) Amalaka
D) Kalasa
Q.8) What is the typical ground plan of an Orissan temple?
A) Circular plan
B) Star-shaped plan
C) Hexagonal plan
D) Square in plan, appearing cruciform externally
Q.9) What are the vertical projections on the exterior walls of Orissan temples called?
A) Amalakas
B) Kalasas
C) Rathakas or pagas
D) Mandapas
Q.10) Which geographical features are Orissan temple shikharas compared to in inscriptions?
A) Rivers like Ganga and Yamuna
B) Cities like Puri and Konark
C) Mountains like Meru, Mahendra, and Kailasa
D) Sacred groves and gardens
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