Which of the following is a characteristic feature of the Nagara style of temple architecture?

Elaborate gateways (Gopurams)
Pyramidal superstructure (Vimana)
Curvilinear Shikhara
Rock-cut cave temples

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Answer:

Option C: Curvilinear Shikhara

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Curvilinear Shikhara”.

The Nagara style of temple architecture, prevalent in North India, is characterized by its curvilinear Shikhara (tower) atop the garbhagriha (sanctum sanctorum).