UPSC Principle and Vice Principle GK/GS History of India Part - 3

Consider the following statements regarding the Vijayanagara architecture and culture: A. The Vitthala Temple at Hampi f...

Type: MCQ • Marks: 1
Consider the following statements regarding the Vijayanagara architecture and culture: A. The Vitthala Temple at Hampi features famous musical pillars and a sculpted stone chariot. B. The royal enclosure features a large platform known as the Mahanavami Dibba. C. Hazara Rama Temple was used as a private place of worship by the king and his family. D. The architectural style completely eschewed Islamic architectural elements such as arches and domes. Which of the statements given above are correct?
Options
A. A and B only
B. A, B and C only
C. B, C and D only
D. A, B, C and D
Explanation
A, B and C only on land assessment. Shivaji claimed this tax Vijayanagara architecture represents a pinnacle in his capacity as the hereditary Sardeshmukh of South Indian artistic heritage. The Vitthala (chief headman) of Maharashtra. Collected from Temple contains famous musical pillars and a territories outside core Maratha swarajya lands carved stone chariot, while the Mahanavami alongside Chauth, Sardeshmukhi represented a Dibba served as a grand ceremonial platform. The legitimate hereditary right to overlordship rather Hazara Rama Temple acted as the royal family’s than mere protection money. chapel. However, Vijayanagara builders actively integrated Islamic architectural features—such
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