Question

Which of the follwoing statement(s) provide(s) correct information about the Dravidian style of temple architecture?

• A. This architectural style emerged in the northern part of the India.
• B. Various kingdoms and empires like the Cholas, Cheras, Kakatiyas, and Pallavas among others contributed to the development of Dravidian architecture.
• C. The most distinctive difference in this architectural style relative to others is the use of a shorter and more pyramidal tower over the garbhagriha.
• D. The majority of the existing structures are located in Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, and Telengana.

Answer 1

Answer: (B), (C), (D)

The majority of the existing structures are located in Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, and Telengana.

The dravidian style of temple architecture can be seen in South-Indian states while the Nagara style is seen in the Northern Indian states. All major kingdoms that ruled South-India have immensely contributed to the development of the Dravidian style. The most distinctive feature compared to other styles is the use of a shorter and more pyramidal tower over the garbhagriha. The majority of the existing structures constructed under the Dravidian style are located in Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, and Telengana.