Q.3 Write the names of any four temples built in Bhumij style
भूमिज शैली में निर्मित किन्ही चार मंदिरों के नाम लिखिए।
Ans :
Sewadi Jain Temple of Pali, Mahanaleshwar Temple of Menal, Bhandevra of Ramgarh Baran, Undeshwar Temple of Bijolia, Sun Temple of Jhalrapatan
पाली का सेवाड़ी जैन मंदिर, मेनाल का महानालेश्वर मंदिर, रामगढ़ बारां का भंडदेवरा, बिजोलिया का उण्डेश्वर मंदिर, झालरापाटन का सूर्य मंदिर
| Source : Book RHGA : Page 324 |
Extra Info
| Topic | Details |
| Early Evidence | Evidence of temple construction in Rajasthan dates back to before the 7th century. |
| Peak Period | The golden age of temple architecture was from the 8th to the 11th century. |
| First Dated Temple | Sheetleshwar Mahadev Temple in Jhalrapatan. |
| Gurjara-Pratihara Era | 8th to 12th century – considered the golden age of temple architecture. |
| Mahamaru Style | Developed under the Gurjara-Pratiharas – originated in Mandor, Merta, and Jalore. |
| Major Centers | Chittorgarh, Ansia, Abhaneri. |
| Important Jain Temple | Mahavir Ji Temple (Ansia) built by Vatsaraj in the 8th century. |
| Mughal Influence | In the 17th century, idols from Northern India were relocated to Rajasthan for protection. |
| Key Sculpture Sites | Abhaneri, Atru, Abu, Nagda, Chittorgarh, Sikar. |
| Significant Statue | 27 feet tall statue of Badaldeo in Bharatpur. |
| Deity Representation | A blend of sweetness, softness, power, and bravery. |
| Archaeological Treasure | Arthuna (Banswara) – ancient architectural remains scattered in the fields. |
Famous Temples of Rajasthan
| Region | Famous Temples |
| Ajmer | Pushkar-Brahma Temple, Savitri Temple, Varaha Temple. |
| Alwar | Neelkanth Temple. |
| Udaipur | Abunath Temple (Nagda). |
| Karauli | Kaila Ma Temple. |
| Tonk | Kalyanji Temple (Diggi). |
| Dungarpur | Dev Somnath Temple. |
| Chittorgarh | Meera Bai Temple, Kalika Mata Temple. |
| Churu | Salasar Balaji Temple. |
| Jaipur | Govind Devji Temple, Tadkeshwar Temple. |
| Jaisalmer | Ramdevra Temple, Tanot Devi Temple. |
| Jhalawar | Sun Temple, Saat Saheli Temple. |
| Jhunjhunu | Rani Sati Temple. |
| Dausa | Mehandipur Balaji Temple. |
| Nagaur | Meera Bai Temple (Merta City). |
| Banswara | Tripura Sundari Temple. |
| Bikaner | Karni Mata Temple (Deshnok). |
| Rajsamand | Shrinathji Temple (Nathdwara). |
| Sikar | Khatu Shyam Ji Temple. |