Modern History PYQ 632 of 636 · Art and Culture

Which of the following temples is located in Kanchipuram?

  1. ASri Venkateswara Swamy Vari Temple
  2. BSri Padmanabhaswamy Temple
  3. CArulmigu Ramanathaswamy Temple
  4. DEkambareswarar Temple

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Correct answer: (d) Ekambareswarar Temple

Explanation

Ekambareswarar Temple is located in Kanchipuram. This temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. The construction of this temple was carried out by the Pallavas. Notably, this temple is thousands of years old, and it was reconstructed by the Pallavas around the 7th century CE. Later, the Vijayanagara rulers also contributed to the construction of this temple.

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