Question

Select the statements that are true about the Sun Temple in Modhera.

• A. It was built during the Solanki dynasty.
• B. The sun god is worshipped but the rays never reach the idol.
• C. It was built in 1026 A.D.
• D. It was built in 1026 B.C.

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (C)

It was built in 1026 A.D.

<!--td {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--> The Sun Temple at Modhera was built under the rule of Bhimdev I of the Solanki dynasty, in the year 1026 A.D. The first rays of light enter the temple, fall on the gem, placed at the top of the idol and illuminates the entire room.