The initial design and construction of which massive temple took place during the reign of Suryavarman II?

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Q: 16 (IAS/2006)
The initial design and construction of which massive temple took place during the reign of Suryavarman II?

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History

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IAS

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Option 1: The Sri Mariamman Temple is a Hindu temple in Singapore known for its great architecture, but it was not constructed during Suryavarman II`s reign.

Option 2: The Angkor Wat temple was indeed built in the early 12th century during the reign of Suryavarman II, making this option correct. The temple is a representation of Mt. Meru, the home of the gods in Hindu belief, and was dedicated to the god Vishnu.

Option 3: The Batu Caves Temple is a Hindu temple and shrine located in Malaysia. Although beautiful and massive, it was not built during the reign of Suryavarman II.

Option 4: The Kamakhya Temple, an important pilgrimage destination for Hindus in India, was also not built during the reign of Suryavarman II.

Each option represents a significant Hindu temple, yet the only temple among them built during Suryavarman II`s reign is Angkor Wat.