Explanation:
The Gupta-era iron pillar stands inside the courtyard of the Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque, which was built by Qutb-ud-din Aibak using materials from older temples.
The unique style of temple architecture called 'Hoysala Architecture', famous for its star-shaped ground plans and soapstone carvings, is best seen at which site?
Explanation:
The Hoysaleswara temple at Halebidu and the Chennakesava temple at Belur showcase the peak of Hoysala art, built using soapstone (chloritic schist) which allowed for incredibly detailed carvings.
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