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    Question

    Which temple is located on the south bank of the Cauvery

    River in Thanjavur, built in the Chola architectural style?
    A Kailasanathar Temple Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Rameshwaram Temple Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Brihadishvara Temple Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Somnath Temple Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The Brihadishvara Temple, also known as Thanjai Periya Kovil, is on the south bank of the Cauvery River in Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu. Built by Chola emperor Rajaraja I, it is famed for its massive scale and architectural brilliance.

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