Question Q.2GS1GS1

Estimate the contributions of Chalukyas of Badami to Indian heritage and culture.

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Chalukyas of Badami ruled south of Maharashtra and north of Karnataka-Telangana region between 6th to 8th century and later between 9th to 11th century.

Contribution to Indian Heritage:

1Vesara style of Temple architecture - a combination of Dravidian and Najar style, e.g. Aithole temple, Shiva temple at Pattadkal, etc.

2Boost to local language of Karnataka i.e. Kannad.

3Patronised various art forms like Mural paintings, inscriptions, temple wall paintings and sculptures.

4Followers of Hinduism & Vaishnavism Shaivism.

5Carving stories of Mahabharata and Ramayana on temple walls.

6Bhakti Movement in 7th-12th century they patronised Dnyayat Movement under Basavanna.

Chalukyas of Badami share instrumental history in terms of cultural and architectural contributions to South India.

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Map showing Chalukyas region with labeled architectural sites and structures (Aithole temple, Shiva temple at Pattadkal, etc.). Diagram showing temple architectural elements with labeled parts including Viman, Ambulatory passage, Mamdap, and Taiji.

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Comprehensive coverage of architectural styles
Use of specific temple examples
Mention of literary and artistic patronage
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VIVEK SINGH

AIR 2762025

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

Architecture from ancient to modern times

Chalukyan Architecture and Cultural Patronage

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118

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