art_culture hard MCQ

Which temple architecture style, prevalent in Odisha, features a curvilinear shikhara and jagamohana?

  1. Kalinga
  2. Nagara
  3. Dravida
  4. Vesara

Answer: Kalinga

Kalinga architecture (Odisha) is a sub-style of Nagara, characterized by curvilinear shikhara (deul), rectangular jagamohana (assembly hall), and intricate stone carvings. Examples: Lingaraja Temple, Konark Sun Temple.

Topic Architecture - Temple Architecture Styles
Exam Relevance UPSC, SSC
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