KPSC KAS · Karnataka — History, Culture, Geography & Administration · History of Karnataka
Hoysalas
Hoysala dynasty — temple architecture, Belur, Halebidu.
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Consider the following statements about the Hoysala dynasty: 1. The Hoysalas initially served as vassals to the Western Chalukyas before establishing their independence. 2. King Vishnuvardhana converted from Jainism to Vaishnavism under the influence of Ramanujacharya. 3. The capital was always at Halebidu from the inception of the dynasty. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q2 · Hoysalas · MEDIUM
Consider the following statements about the Hoysala Dynasty: 1. The capital of the Hoysalas was initially at Belur and later shifted to Halebidu. 2. The Hoysala rulers originated from Malenadu in the Western Ghats. 3. The Gommateshwara statue at Shravanabelagola was constructed by the Hoysalas. Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Q3 · Hoysalas · MEDIUM
Consider the following statements regarding the Hoysala dynasty: 1. The Hoysalas had their initial capital at Belur before shifting it to Halebidu. 2. They rose to power by taking advantage of conflicts between the Western Chalukyas and Kalachuris of Kalyani. 3. Kannada literature declined during the Hoysala period. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q4 · Hoysalas · EASY
The Chennakesava Temple at Belur and the Hoysaleswara Temple at Halebidu are famous examples of the architectural style of which dynasty?
Q5 · Hoysalas · MEDIUM
The Hoysala temples are famous for their distinctive architectural style. Which of the following features is NOT characteristic of Hoysala temple architecture?