Question

Choose the correct chronological order according to their creation. A. Kiratarjuniya (rock-cut relief), Mamallapuram B. Nataki (Image on buttress of wall), Neminatha Temple (Rajasthan) C. Dipa Lakshmi (Brass), Baroda Museum D. Mukhalinga (Nimad), Nagpur Museum E. Bust of Yogini, 64 Yogini Temple, Bheragat Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

• A. A, E, D, B, C
• B. B, D, C, E, A
• C. C, A, B, E, D
• D. E, C, A, D, B

Hint:

Remember the chronology of these Indian sculptures: \[ \boxed{ \begin{aligned} \text{Kiratarjuniya} &\rightarrow \text{Pallava (7th Century)}, \text{Bust of Yogini} &\rightarrow \text{10th Century}, \text{Mukhalinga} &\rightarrow \text{10th--11th Century}, \text{Nataki} &\rightarrow \text{Jain Temple (15th Century)}, \text{Dipa Lakshmi} &\rightarrow \text{Later Brass Tradition}. \end{aligned} } \] Mnemonic: “Pallava $\rightarrow$ Yogini $\rightarrow$ Mukhalinga $\rightarrow$ Jain $\rightarrow$ Dipa Lakshmi.”

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A