Question

Consider the following statements about Borobudur temple
1. It is located in Java islands
2. The shaivaite traditions were influenced by the chola kings of tamil nadu
3. Its structure is in the form of Pyramidical steps like the Vimanas of dravidian temple
Which of the above statements is / are correct?

• A. 1 only
• B. 1 and 3
• C. 2 and 3
• D. 1,2 and 3

Answer 1

The correct option is B 1 and 3

Borobudur is a 9th-century Mahayana Buddhist temple (built during the reign of the Sailendra Dynasty), located in the Java Islands of Indonesia.

The temple design follows Javanese Buddhist architecture. The temple consists of nine stacked platforms, six square and three circular, topped by a central dome.