Which 8th-century Sun Temple in the Anantnag district of Kashmir, built on top of a plateau and attributed to Lalitaditya Muktapida, has a courtyard surrounded by 84 smaller shrines?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. Martand Sun Temple
- Step 1: The Martand Sun Temple is located in Mattan, in the Anantnag district of the Kashmir Valley, and dates back to the eighth century CE. Citing Kalhana, it was commissioned by Lalitaditya Muktapida. It is built on top of a plateau from where one can view the whole of the Kashmir Valley, and its courtyard is surrounded by 84 smaller shrines. Answer: Martand Sun Temple. Why not the others: Avantiswami Temple, Shankaracharya Temple and Bahu Fort Temple don't fit.
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