Question

When is the Jagannath Temple believed to have been originally constructed?

• A. During the reign of King Harsha
• B. During the reign of King Anantavarman Chodaganga Deva
• C. During the reign of King Ashoka
• D. During the reign of King Chandragupta Maurya

Answer 1

Answer:

B. During the reign of King Anantavarman Chodaganga Deva

- The Jagannath Temple is a Hindu temple situated in Puri, Odisha. - It is dedicated to Lord Jagannath, an incarnation of the Hindu god Vishnu. - The temple is believed to have been originally constructed during the reign of King Anantavarman Chodaganga Deva of the Eastern Ganga dynasty in the 12th century. - However, its completion occurred in 1230 AD under the rule of Anangbheema Deva III, who also installed the deities in the temple. - The temple is famously associated with the Ratha Yatra, a major Hindu festival. - It is one of the four sacred pilgrimage sites, collectively known as the Chaar Dhaams, which are of immense religious importance to Hindus. - Additionally, the temple is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.