Civil Services Prep

Prelims MCQ · Art and Culture

Consider the following statements about the Dravida temple tradition:

  1. The temple complex is generally enclosed within a compound wall.
  2. A gopuram serves as an entrance gateway.
  3. The main temple tower is typically a stepped pyramidal vimana.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

  1. 1 only
  2. 1 and 2 only
  3. 1, 2 and 3
  4. 2 and 3 only
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