Jain Architecture in Buddhism and Mauryan Dynasty

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What is the purpose of a Chaitya in Buddhist architecture?

To house the deity shrine

To provide a large hall for religious activities (correct)

To act as a gateway tower

To serve as a monastery

In Hindu architecture, what is the significance of a Lingam?

Innermost sanctuary

House for the deity

Symbol of the god Shiva (correct)

Monumental gateway tower

Where is Nalanda located, known for being a renowned Buddhist monastic university?

Sri Lanka

Bihar, India (correct)

Tamil Nadu, India

Bangladesh

The Garbha Griha in Hindu temples refers to:

The innermost sanctuary where the deity statue is placed Signup and view all the answers

What does a Gopuram symbolize in Hindu temple architecture?

Ornate gateway tower Signup and view all the answers

Which architectural feature represents a symbolic house and the seat of divinity for Hindus?

Mandir Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'Ajanta Caves' primarily refer to?

Cell entries off a vihara hall Signup and view all the answers

'Parasurameswara Temple' is located in which Indian state and known for which architectural style?

'Odisha', known for Hindu architecture Signup and view all the answers

Which architectural feature houses the world's largest functioning Hindu Temple with the tallest gopuram in Southern India?

Vishnu Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of 'Thatha Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple' with respect to Hindu architecture?

It is dedicated to Lord Ranganatha. Signup and view all the answers

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What is the purpose of a Chaitya in Buddhist architecture?

In Hindu architecture, what is the significance of a Lingam?

Where is Nalanda located, known for being a renowned Buddhist monastic university?

The Garbha Griha in Hindu temples refers to:

What does a Gopuram symbolize in Hindu temple architecture?

Which architectural feature represents a symbolic house and the seat of divinity for Hindus?

What does the term 'Ajanta Caves' primarily refer to?

'Parasurameswara Temple' is located in which Indian state and known for which architectural style?

Which architectural feature houses the world's largest functioning Hindu Temple with the tallest gopuram in Southern India?

What is the significance of 'Thatha Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple' with respect to Hindu architecture?

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