Question

The Sun Temple of Odisha was built in the 12th Century AD by which of the following emperors?
1. Narasimha Deva I
2. Vijaya Sena
3. Kharavela
4. Dharmapala

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 1 : Narasimha Deva I

The correct answer is Narasimha Deva I.

• The Sun Temple of Odisha was built in the 12th Century AD by the Narasimha Deva I.

• Sun Temple:
  • It was built by Narasimha Deva I in the 13th century.
  • True to its name, the temple is dedicated to Surya or the Sun God.
  • The temple reflects the Kalinga architecture.
  • Kama Konark means the sun and the four corners.
  • Europeans called it the Black Pagoda.
  • The temple was included in the UNESCO World Heritage Site in the year 1984.
• Eastern Ganga Dynasty:
  • The dynasty is also known as Rudi Ganga or Oriental Ganga.
  • It is also known as Chedaganga of Orissa.
  • King Ananthavarman Ganga got the Jagannath temple built at Puri.