Question

Match the LIST-I with LIST-II.

LIST-I (Temple parts)		LIST-II (Meaning)
(A)	Shikhara	III.	Tower
(B)	Antaral	II.	Vestibule
(C)	Mandapa	IV.	Hall
(D)	Ardhamandapa	I.	Entrance Porch

 

• A. A-III, B-II, C-IV, D-I
• B. A-III, B-I, C-II, D-IV
• C. A-III, B-IV, C-II, D-I
• D. A-I, B-III, C-IV, D-II

Hint:

Temple architecture in India consists of distinct parts: Shikhara (tower), Mandapa (hall), Antaral (vestibule), and Ardhamandapa (porch).

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: Shikhara Identification.
The Shikhara, the tower above the garbhagriha (sanctum), corresponds to "Tower".
Step 2: Antaral Identification.
The Antaral, a small vestibule connecting the sanctum to the mandapa, corresponds to "Vestibule".
Step 3: Mandapa Identification.
The Mandapa, a pillared hall for gatherings and rituals, corresponds to "Hall".
Step 4: Ardhamandapa Identification.
The Ardhamandapa, the temple's entrance porch, corresponds to "Entrance Porch".
Step 5: Conclusion.
Therefore, the correct match is A-III, B-II, C-IV, D-I.