The Sun temple of Konark was built by Narasimhadeva I. To which dynasty did he belong to?

Somvanasi dynasty

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Ganga dynasty

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Suryavanshi dynasty

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Bhoi dynasty

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The correct option is D Ganga dynasty
The Sun Temple at Konark, located on the eastern shores of the Indian subcontinent, is one of the outstanding examples of temple architecture. Built in 13th century by King Narasimhadeva, it was declared a UNESCO world heritage site in 1984. Narsimhadeva was a powerful monarch and warrior of the Eastern Ganga Dynasty of medieval Odisha who reigned from 1238 to 1264.

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With reference to Konark Temple, which of the following statements is/are correct?

1. It was built by King Narasimhadeva I, the great ruler of Ganga dynasty.

2. The Konark is the third link of Odisha’s Golden Triangle.

3. It is also known as “White Pagoda”.

Q7. With reference to Konark Temple, which of the following statements is/are correct?

1. It was built by King Narasimhadeva I, the great ruler of Ganga dynasty.

2. The Konark is the third link of Odisha’s Golden Triangle.

3. It is also known as “White Pagoda”.

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