Consider the following statements regarding Hoysala art:
- 1. The Hoysala style (1050-1300 AD) developed in the southern region of Karnataka.
- 2. The beginning of Hoysala art can be traced to the early Chalukya temples in Aihole, Badami, and Pattadakal.
- 3. An important monument employing this art is the Keshava Temple located in Belur.
- 4. Besides the architectural plan, the Hoysala style acquired some more specific characteristics. For example, chloritic schist was abandoned due to the more readily available sandstone.
Which of the statement/statements given above is/are correct?
- A1 and 2 only
- B3 and 4 only
- C2 and 3 only
- D1, 2 and 3
Show answer and explanation
Correct answer: (d) 1, 2 and 3
Explanation
1. The Hoysala style (1050–1300 AD) developed in the southern region of Karnataka; therefore statement 1 is correct. 2. The beginning of Hoysala art can be traced to the Early Chalukya temples at Aihole, Badami and Pattadakal; statement 2 is also correct. 3. An important monument employing this art is the Keshava Temple at Belur; statement 3 is also correct. 4. Hoysala temples are richly ornamented, and soapstone was used extensively. Since soapstone is softer and more suitable for carving than sandstone, statement 4 is incorrect.