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Most of the Chola temples were dedicated to - |
| A. | Vishnu |
| B. | Shiva |
| C. | Brahma |
| D. | Durga |
| Answer» B. Shiva | |
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Explanation: The Great Living Chola Temples are important Hindu Kovils that were built during the 10th through 12th centuries CE in the south of India, and together have been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The kovils are the Brihadeeswarar Temple at Thanjavur, Brihadeeswarar kovil at Gangaikonda Cholapuram and the Airavatesvarar Kovil at Darasuram. In all these temples, the chief deity who has been depicted and worshipped is Lord Shiva. The Cholas were followers of Saiva pantheon. |
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