The Nagara, the Dravida and the Vesara are the:
✓ Correct answer: c) Three main styles of Indian Temple Architecture.
ExplanationTemple architecture in India follows three main styles: Nagara (Northern), Dravida (Southern), and Vesara (Mixed).Nagara Style (North Indian Temple Architecture) is found in Northern, Central, and Western India.Its key features are :Shikhara (Tower) which is curvilinear in shape, rising progressively higher.Multiple Shikharas each smaller than the main one.Garbhagriha (Sanctum Sanctorum) which houses the deity.Mandapa (Pillared Hall) usually present in front of the sanctum.Amalaka (Ribbed Disc), a large stone disc placed on top of the shikhara.Notable examples are : Kandariya Mahadeva Temple (Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh), Sun Temple (Konark, Odisha),Lingaraj Temple (Bhubaneswar, Odisha),etc.Dravida Style (South Indian Temple Architecture) is seen across Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana.Its key features:Vimana (Tower) are pyramid-like structure over the sanctum.Gopurams (Gateway Towers) are large, ornate entrance towers.Sculptures & Mandapas are extensive carvings and pillared halls.Temple Tanks are found in major temples for ritualistic p
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