UPSC Prelims 2006·GS1·art-and-culture·architecture

The initial design and construction of which massive temple took place during the reign of Suryavarman II?

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  1. ASri Mariam man Temple
  2. BAngkor VatCorrect
  3. CBatu Caves Temple
  4. DKamakhya Temple

Explanation

The correct answer is Angkor Wat. This massive temple complex is located in present day Cambodia and was built in the early 12th century. It was commissioned by King Suryavarman II of the Khmer Empire as his state temple and eventual mausoleum. Originally dedicated to the Hindu god Vishnu, it remains one of the largest religious monuments in the world and a masterpiece of Khmer architecture. Option A refers to a temple in Singapore, Option C is in Malaysia, and Option D is in Assam, India. None of these are associated with the Khmer King Suryavarman II.
art-and-culture: The initial design and construction of which massive temple took place during the reign of Suryavarman II?
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