OPSC OAS 2023 PrelimsOdisha SpecificQuestion 6
Solved previous year question from the OPSC OAS/OCS 2023 Preliminary Examination (General Studies), with the official answer key and a detailed explanation.
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The famous architect Bisu Maharana is associated with
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Answer & Explanation
Correct answer: (A) Sun Temple at Konark
Bisu Maharana is the legendary architect traditionally credited with designing and constructing the Sun Temple at Konark, Odisha.
About Bisu Maharana
- He was the chief architect (Sutradhara) of the Konark Sun Temple
- Led a team of 1200 sculptors and craftsmen for 12 years of construction
- His son Dharmapada is associated with the famous legend of the temple’s completion
- Belongs to the Maharana community of Odisha — traditional sculptors and architects
