Temple of Orissa
- Prof. K. S. Behera
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Q.1) What is the fundamental principle underlying the plan of Orissan temples?
A) The square, symbolizing stability and cosmic order
B) The circle, representing perfection
C) The triangle, signifying motion
D) The pentagon, representing five elements
Q.2) What term is used in Orissan Silpa Sastras for the central projection on each side of the temple?
A) Raha
B) Paga
C) Anuratha
D) Kanika
Q.3) How many pagas are generally found on each side of the Orissan temple plan?
A) Three
B) Five
C) Seven
D) Nine
Q.4) What is the central paga of a temple wall called?
A) Anuratha paga
B) Kanika paga
C) Pratiratha paga
D) Raha paga
Q.5) What is the general term for the vertical division of a temple wall?
A) Gandi
B) Bada
C) Paga
D) Mastaka
Q.6) What is the uppermost part of the temple structure called?
A) Gandi
B) Mastaka
C) Bada
D) Amalaka
Q.7) The Orissan temple is divided vertically into how many main parts?
A) Two
B) Three
C) Four
D) Five
Q.8) Which portion of the temple represents the main body or trunk?
A) Gandi
B) Bada
C) Mastaka
D) Amalaka
Q.9) The crowning member of the temple is known as —
A) Mastaka
B) Kalasa
C) Gandi
D) Amalaka
Q.10) The amalaka is usually crowned by which architectural feature?
A) Gaja-simha
B) Padma
C) Kalasa
D) Kirtimukha
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