Question

In the context of ancient Indian culture, the terms ‘Nagar’, ‘Vesar’ and ‘Dravida’ are the terms/names associated with the:
1. styles of temple architecture
2. dance forms
3. types of forts
4. musical instruments

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 1 : styles of temple architecture

The correct answer is styles of temple architecture.

• Different architectural styles of temples were built in different parts of India since ancient times.
• Due to diversities in geographical, ethnic and historical diversities, different types of temples were built in different parts of the country.
• The temple architecture in North India is known as Nagara and the temple architecture in south India is called the Dravida style of temple architecture.
• Vesara style of temple architecture is the combination of both Nagara and Dravida styles of architecture.
• Vesara is also an independent style of temple architecture.
• The stone platforms with steps can be seen in Nagara style of temples.
• Gateways are not present in Nagara-style temples.
• The compound was enclosed the Dravida style of architecture.
• Gopuram is the large entrance gateway is present in the Dravida style of architecture.