Topic: Indian culture will cover the salient aspects of Art Forms, literature and Architecture from ancient to modern times.
2. Elaborate the contributions of Pallava rulers towards the growth and development of temple architecture of India. (250 words)
Difficulty level: Easy
Reference: Indian art and culture – Nitin Singhania.
Why the question:
The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 1 and mentioned as part of Mission-2022 Secure timetable.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about contributions of Pallava kings to temple architecture.
Directive word:
Elaborate – Give a detailed account as to how and why it occurred, or what is the context. You must be defining key terms wherever appropriate and substantiate with relevant associated facts.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin by giving a brief about Pallavas as patrons of temple architecutres.
Body:
First, mention that history of Dravidian style of Indian Architecture in the south began with the Pallavas. It was a gradual evolution starting from the cave temples to the monolithic Rathas and culminated in structural temples. Give examples of the same under various important Pallava rulers.
Next, mention about the sculptures associated with temple architecture.
Conclusion:
Conclude by mentioning about the glory of Pallava temples in the present day.
