Question

Match List-I with List-II

List-I (Name of Temples in Viṣṇudharmottarapurāṇa)	List-II (Storey in Temple)
(A) Śuktimān	(I) Nine
(B) Nandana	(II) Eleven
(C) Catuṣkaka	(III) Four
(D) Pāriyātra	(IV) Six

• (A) - (I), (B) - (II), (C) - (III), (D) - (IV)
• (A) - (II), (B) - (IV), (C) - (III), (D) - (I)
• (A) - (III), (B) - (II), (C) - (IV), (D) - (I)
• (A) - (III), (B) - (IV), (C) - (I), (D) - (II)

Hint:

This is a highly specialized question. For such questions based on specific texts, sometimes etymology can provide a clue (e.g., Catuṣkaka from 'catuṣka' for four). If unsure, make the most logical guess or focus on other questions where you are more confident.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: Understanding the Concept
This question requires specific knowledge of ancient Indian temple architecture (Vastu Shastra) as described in the Viṣṇudharmottara Purāṇa. It asks to match different types of temples with the number of storeys (bhūmis) they are prescribed to have.
Step 2: Matching the Temple Types
Based on the descriptions found in Part 3, Chapter 86 of the Viṣṇudharmottara Purāṇa, the classifications are as follows:
(A) Śuktimān: This type of temple is described as having nine storeys. So, (A) matches with (I).
(B) Nandana: This temple type is prescribed to have eleven storeys. So, (B) matches with (II).
(C) Catuṣkaka: The name itself derives from 'catuṣka' meaning 'four'. This temple has four storeys. So, (C) matches with (III).
(D) Pāriyātra: This type of temple is specified to have six storeys. So, (D) matches with (IV).
Step 3: Forming the Correct Combination
The correct pairings are:
A - I
B - II
C - III
D - IV
This combination is found in option (A).
Step 4: Final Answer
The correct matching is (A) - (I), (B) - (II), (C) - (III), (D) - (IV).