Which of the following statements about Brihadeswara Temple at Thanjavur is not correct?

The temple is a splendid examples of Chola architecture

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It was built by emperor Rajaraja I

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The temple is constructed of granite

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The temple is a monument dedicated to Lord Vishnu

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Solution

The correct option is A The temple is a monument dedicated to Lord Vishnu
The Brihadeswara temple at Tanjore is among the largest temples of the country and is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is a Hindu temple made of granite and dedicated to Shiva located in Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu. It was built between 1003 and 1010 AD by Rajaraja Chola I and is known as the ‘Great Living Chola Temple’.

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