Question

Which of the following is the largest surviving Shiva temple in the Khajuraho temple group?

• A. Lakshmana Temple
• B. Kandariya Mahadeva Temple
• C. Vishwanatha Temple
• D. Parvati Temple

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Kandariya Mahadeva Temple

- Although the Khajuraho temples were built together, they are dedicated to two religions—Hinduism and Jainism—indicating a tradition of religious tolerance and respect in the region. - The largest surviving Shiva temple is the Kandariya Mahadeva Temple, while the largest Vaishnava temples include Chaturbhuja and Ramachandra. - Due to their remarkable architecture, diverse temple forms, and significance to the Chandela civilization, the Khajuraho temples were added to the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1986. - Within each group, major temples are surrounded by smaller ones, following a grid layout similar to those seen in Hindu temples at Angkor Wat, Parambaran, and South India.