Target Exam

CUET

Subject

History

Chapter

Medieval India: An Imperial Capital: Vijayanagara

Question:

Which temple at Hampi has a shrine designed as a 'chariot'?

Options:

Vitthala Temple

Brihadishvara Temple

Tirupati Temple

Hazara Rama Temple

Correct Answer:

Vitthala Temple

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (1) → Vitthala Temple

"...the Vitthala temple, is also interesting. Here, the principal deity was Vitthala, a form of Vishnu generally worshipped in Maharashtra. The introduction of the worship of the deity in Karnataka is another indication of the ways in which the rulers of Vijayanagara drew on different traditions to create an imperial culture. As in the case of other temples, this temple too has several halls and a unique shrine designed as a chariot".