Question

Which one of the following temple have erotic sculptures in large number
(1) Ramappa Temple
(2) Konark Temple
(3) Pattadikal Virupaksha Temple
(4) Brihadishvara Temple

Answer 1

2...Konark Temple is the answer

Answer 2

Option (2) Konark Temple is the correct answer to the question.  

Also known as ‘Black Pagoda’ the temple was built in the thirteenth century. The temple is a world-famous sight because of the ‘Maithunas’.  

The ‘Maithunas’ are the sculptures on the walls of the temple well known for their erotic and obscene characteristics. The British people cherished the beauty and obscenity of the temple simultaneously.