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Who built Brihadeshwara Temple at Tanjore?

A. Aditya Chola
B. Raja Raja Chola
C. Rajendra Chola
D. Karikala Chola
Answer» B. Raja Raja Chola
Explanation: The famous Chola temple built at Tanjavur (Tanjore) is known as the Brihadeshvara temple. It is also called the Rajarajeshwara temple after the name of king Rajaraja who built it in honor of Lord Shiva in about 1009 A.D. It is a tribute and a reflection of the power of its patron Raja Raja Chola I. It remains India's largest temple.
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