Answer» Correct Answer - Option 2 : Shiva
The correct answer is Shiva. - Most temples from Chola reign are dedicated to Lord Shiva.
- The Chola rulers were not only mighty conquerors and great administrators but also great builders.
- They were great patrons of art; during their reign, the most magnificent temples and exquisite bronze icons were created in South India.
- There are three great 11th- and 12th-century Temples i.e. Airavatesvara Temple at Darasuram, the Brihadisvara Temple at Gangaikondacholisvaram and the Brihadisvara Temple at Thanjavur.
- These temples of Southern India represent outstanding creative achievement in the architectural conception of the pure form of the Dravida type of temple which is now known as the "Great Living Chola Temples".
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