UPSC Previous Year Question | Prelims GS | 2019

Building 'Kalyaana Mandapas' was a notable feature in the temple construction in the kingdom of

  1. Chalukya
  2. Chandela
  3. Rashtrakuta
  4. Vijayanagara

Answer

Correct Answer

Vijayanagara

Explanation

Vijayanagara temple architecture (e.g., the Vittala temple at Hampi) is noted for elaborate kalyana mandapas - pillared halls used for the ceremonial marriage of the deity - along with large gopurams and amman shrines.

Topics: architecture, art and culture, temple architecture, vijayanagara temple features (kalyana mandapa)