Art and Culture
2015
Indian Architecture
With reference to art and archaeological history of India, which one among the following was made earliest?
C.Rock-cut Monuments at Mahabalipuram
D.Varaha Image at Udayagiri
B.Rock-cut Elephant at Dhauli
A.Lingaraja Temple at Bhubaneswar
Correct Answer: Option B
Here's a breakdown of the approximate periods when each artwork was created:
- Lingaraja Temple at Bhubaneswar: 11th century AD
- Rock-cut Monuments at Mahabalipuram: 7th century AD
- Varaha Image at Udayagiri: 5th century AD
- Rock-cut Elephant at Dhauli: Created during Ashoka’s reign (272-231 BC).
Therefore, the Rock-cut Elephant at Dhauli is the oldest among the given options.
Hence, option B is the correct answer.
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