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UPSC Prelims 2007 · General Studies

Question 54: History and Culture

Where is the famous Vijaya Vittala Temple having its 56 carved pillars emitting musical notes located?

aBelur
bBhadrachalam
cHampi
dSrirangam

AnswerThe answer is (c).

The Vijaya Vittala Temple at Hampi, the old Vijayanagara capital in Karnataka, is famous for the 56 musical pillars of its ranga mandapa, which give out musical notes when tapped. It also has the stone chariot. Belur is known for the Hoysala Chennakesava temple, Bhadrachalam for its Rama temple, and Srirangam for the Ranganathaswamy temple.

Why each option is right or wrong
  • (a) Belur has the Hoysala Chennakesava temple.
  • (b) Bhadrachalam is known for its Rama temple on the Godavari.
  • (c) Correct: the Vijaya Vittala Temple is at Hampi.
  • (d) Srirangam is known for the Ranganathaswamy temple.

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