Discuss the contribution of the Vijayanagara empire to Indian art and.

1.	Discuss the contribution of the Vijayanagara empire to Indian art and. Architecture.
Answer» 1. The temple building activity of the Vijayanagar rulers produced a new style called the Vijayanagar style. 2. Though often characterized as Dravida style, it had its own distinct features. 3. The distinct features of the architecture were the pillars. 4. The horse was the most common animal to be depicted on the pillars. 5. The temples had a Mandapam or Open Pavilion with a raised platform, generally meant for seating the deity on special occasions. 6. The Rajagopurams, towers in commemoration of the visit of emperors in different corners of the empire are also important examples. 7. Amman Shrine was meant for the consort of the God.

Discuss the contribution of the Vijayanagara empire to Indian art and. Architecture.

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1. The temple building activity of the Vijayanagar rulers produced a new style called the Vijayanagar style.

2. Though often characterized as Dravida style, it had its own distinct features.

3. The distinct features of the architecture were the pillars.

4. The horse was the most common animal to be depicted on the pillars.

5. The temples had a Mandapam or Open Pavilion with a raised platform, generally meant for seating the deity on special occasions.

6. The Rajagopurams, towers in commemoration of the visit of emperors in different corners of the empire are also important examples.

7. Amman Shrine was meant for the consort of the God.