The Brihadisvara temple at Tanjavur was constructed by ________.

Question

Question

This question was previously asked in

SSC MTS (2022) Official Paper (Held On: 19 Jun, 2023 Shift 3)

Answer 1

The correct answer is Rajaraja I.

Key Points

Rajaraja I was a Chola king who ruled from 985 to 1014 CE.
He is known for his military conquests, administrative reforms, and patronage of the arts.
The Brihadisvara temple at Tanjavur, also known as the Big Temple, is one of the finest examples of Chola architecture.
It was built during Rajaraja I's reign and completed in 1010 CE.
The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and features a towering vimana (tower) that is over 200 feet tall.
It is adorned with intricate carvings and sculptures that depict scenes from Hindu mythology.
The Brihadisvara temple is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and attracts thousands of visitors every year.

Additional Information

Rajendra I was Rajaraja I's son and successor.
- He ruled from 1012 to 1044 CE and continued his father's legacy of military conquests and patronage of the arts.
- He built the Gangaikonda Cholapuram temple, which is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Vijayalaya was the founder of the Chola dynasty and ruled from 850 to 870 CE.
- He established the capital at Thanjavur and built the first temple of the Chola era there.
Aditya I was another Chola king who ruled from 871 to 907 CE.
- He expanded the Chola empire and built several temples, including the Thiruvellarai temple and the Thirukadaiyur temple.