Q. Who among the following built the Sun Temple at Konark ?

A
Narasimha Deva - 1
B
Krishnadevaraya -1
C
Rachamalla IV
D
Marasimha II
Solution:

Based on Brahmin beliefs, this temple was built in the 13th century by King Narasimhadeva I (1238-1250 CE) of the Eastern Ganga Dynasty and dedicated to Sun God Surya.

As per legend, the son of Lord Krishna, Samba, got the Konark Sun Temple constructed to honor Surya the Sun God, as the God had cured his leprosy.

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