Question

Brihadeeswara Temple was built by

• A. Raja Raja
• B. Pulakesi - 2
• C. Gauthamiputra Satakarni
• D. Mahendra Varma

Hint:

- Brihadeeswarar Temple (Thanjavur): Built by Chola King Raja Raja Chola I (Rajaraja I). - Also known as Peruvudaiyar Kovil or Rajarajeswaram temple. - Dedicated to Lord Shiva. - A masterpiece of Dravidian architecture and a UNESCO World Heritage site. - Completed around 1010 AD.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: Identify the Brihadeeswarar Temple.
The Brihadeeswarar Temple (Peruvudaiyār Kōvil) is a magnificent Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, located in Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu, India.
It is one of the largest South Indian temples and an exemplary example of Dravidian architecture.

Step 2: Recall its builder.
The Brihadeeswarar Temple was built by the Chola emperor Raja Raja Chola I (Rajaraja I).
Construction started around 1003 AD and was completed around 1010 AD.
It is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site known as the "Great Living Chola Temples.
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Step 3: Evaluate other historical figures.
- (2) Pulakesi - 2 (Pulakeshin II): A famous Chalukya king (ruled c.
610-642 CE) of Badami, known for defeating Harsha_vardhana_.
Not associated with this temple.
- (3) Gauthamiputra Satakarni: A powerful Satavahana king (ruled in the 1st or 2nd century CE).
The Satavahanas ruled over the Deccan region.
Not associated with this temple.
- (4) Mahendra Varma (Mahendravarman I): A Pallava king (ruled c.
600-630 CE), known for pioneering rock-cut temple architecture in South India.
Not the builder of the Brihadeeswarar Temple.

Step 4: Confirm the builder.
The Brihadeeswarar Temple at Thanjavur was built by Raja Raja Chola I.
This matches option (1).