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Question
With reference to progress in art and architecture during and after the Gupta period, describe the following:
Vishnu Temple at Deogarh and common architectural features of temples of this period.
Solution
The Vishnu temple at Deogarh was built at the beginning of 6th century AD, 112 km-away from Jhansi in Uttar Pradesh. It is built on a 1.5 meter high platform. The exterior is decorated with scenes of Ramayana. The main gate and pillars are adorned with paintings and carvings; with an outer wall around the temple.
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