Question

Match List-I with List-II

List-I (Name of Temples in Viṣṇudharmottarapurāṇa)	List-II (Storey in Temple)
(A) Śuktimān	(I) Nine
(B) Nandana	(II) Eleven
(C) Catuṣkaka	(III) Four
(D) Pāriyātra	(IV) Six

• (A) - (I), (B) - (II), (C) - (III), (D) - (IV)
• (A) - (II), (B) - (IV), (C) - (III), (D) - (I)
• (A) - (III), (B) - (II), (C) - (IV), (D) - (I)
• (A) - (III), (B) - (IV), (C) - (I), (D) - (II)

Hint:

This is a highly specialized question. For such questions based on specific texts, sometimes etymology can provide a clue (e.g., Catuṣkaka from 'catuṣka' for four). If unsure, make the most logical guess or focus on other questions where you are more confident.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: Concept Clarification
This query necessitates specialized knowledge of ancient Indian temple architecture, specifically Vastu Shastra as detailed in the Viṣṇudharmottara Purāṇa. It involves associating various temple classifications with their prescribed number of storeys (bhūmis).

Step 2: Temple Type Association
Based on descriptions in Part 3, Chapter 86 of the Viṣṇudharmottara Purāṇa, the classifications are as follows:
(A) Śuktimān: This temple type is documented as having nine storeys. Therefore, (A) corresponds to (I).
(B) Nandana: This temple type is stipulated to have eleven storeys. Consequently, (B) corresponds to (II).
(C) Catuṣkaka: The nomenclature itself originates from 'catuṣka,' signifying 'four.' This temple features four storeys. Thus, (C) corresponds to (III).
(D) Pāriyātra: This temple type is specified to have six storeys. Accordingly, (D) corresponds to (IV).

Step 3: Constructing the Correct Combination
The accurate pairings are:
A - I
B - II
C - III
D - IV
This combination is presented in option (A).

Step 4: Definitive Answer
The confirmed matching is (A) - (I), (B) - (II), (C) - (III), (D) - (IV).