Konark wheel

15 Nov 2024 15:10:59 pm

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Topic: Temple architecture

Why in the news?

Four replicas of the Konark wheels, made of sandstone, have been installed at Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural Centre and Amrit Udyan.
Installation of Konark wheels aims to showcase and promote the rich heritage of the country among visitors. This initiative is part of the several steps being taken to introduce traditional cultural and historical elements in Rashtrapati Bhavan.

Source: PIB

About Konark wheel:

It was built during the 13th century under the reign of King Narasimhadeva-I.
The wheel with 24 spokes is also adapted into India\'s national flag embodies India\'s ancient wisdom, advanced civilisation, and architectural excellence.
The rotating motion of the Konark Wheel symbolizes time, Kalachakra as well as progress and continuous change.
It serves as a powerful symbol of the wheel of democracy that reflects the resilience of democratic ideals, and commitment to progress in society.

Konark Sun temple:

It is located on the eastern shores of India.
It is the culmination of Kalinga style of temple architecture, with all its defining elements in complete and perfect form. It was built in an angular format.
It was built in 1250 CE by King Narasimhadeva I (r. 1238-1264 CE) of the Eastern Ganga dynasty.
The temple in its present state was declared by UNESCO a World Heritage Site in 1984.
The word \'Konark\' is a combination of two Sanskrit words ‘kona’ (corner or angle) and ‘ark’ (the sun). It thus implies that the main deity was the sun god.

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