Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

General Knowledge

Question:

In the early eleventh century, the Chola king Rajendra I built a Shiva temple and filled it with a Sun-pedestal seized from the ___________.

Options:

Palas

Vakatakas

Chalukyas

Kalinga 

Correct Answer:

Chalukyas

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option 3- Chalukyas
The Chola king Rajendra I seized the Sun-pedestal from the Chalukyas

Temples in ancient India were often decorated with sculptures and other artistic works. Rajendra I's Shiva temple likely served as a symbol of his power and achievements. Using a captured Sun-pedestal from a rival dynasty could have further emphasized his dominance.