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Q56 (CDS-II/2023) History & Culture › Art & Architecture › Temple architecture styles Answer Verified

Where is the famous Gupta period Deogarh Temple situated?

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The famous Gupta period Deogarh Temple, also known as the Dashavatara Temple, is situated in the Lalitpur district of Uttar Pradesh [2]. Built in the early 6th century (c. 500 CE), it is one of the earliest surviving Hindu stone temples in India and a prime example of Gupta style architecture [2]. The temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and is renowned for its ornate carvings and exquisite relief sculptures [2]. Architecturally, it marks a significant transition as it is one of the first temples to feature a shikhara (tower), which became a defining characteristic of the Nagara style [2]. While some sources mistakenly associate the region with Central India or Madhya Pradesh due to its proximity to the border, official records and historical texts confirm its location in the Betwa River valley within Uttar Pradesh [2].

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  1. [2] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dashavatara_Temple,_Deogarh
  2. [1] https://cec.nic.in/webpath/curriculum/Module/FART/Paper26/7/downloads/script.pdf
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