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SATVIK SHARMAAIR 327· 2025

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The Hoysala period saw the development of a distinctive style of temple architecture renowned for its intricacy and artistic brilliance. Elaborate.

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Hoysala Dynasty emerged in 11th-12th century Medieval India in Karnataka (today's Mysore region).

During the time temple architecture of Nagara & Dravida style were matured forms.

Distinctive Style of Hoysala:

1Merged the features of Dravida & Nagara style into a large extent.
2Intricate sculptural on the outer walls.
3Steps were present around temple.
4Proto-shikhara adorned the temple for rituals.
5Marvellous architecture (ED: Nagaleshwara).
6Star shaped Architectural plan of the temple. (Diagram: Star shaped structure plan)
7Inspired later temple developments during Krishna-deva Raya. (ED: Vijayanagara Style)
8Stile standing Rangdun highlights organizing mount.

Horse, Hoysala style of temples contributed to Indian Cultural Heritage.

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Diagram

Star-shaped architectural plan of Hoysala temple structure

  • Good use of structural points
  • Incorporation of diagram to illustrate architectural concept
  • Clear identification of distinctive features

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SATVIK SHARMA

AIR 3272025

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GS1GS1

Topic

Salient aspects of Art Forms, Literature and Architecture from ancient to modern times

Dynastic Art

Hoysala Architecture

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109

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12

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formal and structured

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