Consider the following statements with reference to the Nataraj bronze sculpture of Chola period:<br>1. Shiva is shown balancing himself on his right leg representing tirobhava.<br>2. Shiva is shown raising his left leg in bhujangatrasita stance, representing kicking away the illusion from the devotee's mind.<br>3. The main right hand holds the damaru, Shiva's favourite musical instrument.<br>Which of the statements given above is/are <strong>correct</strong>?
- A. 1 only
- B. 2 only
- C. 2 and 3 only
- D. 1, 2 and 3 ✓
Correct Answer: D. 1, 2 and 3
Explanation
All three statements correctly describe the Chola Nataraja bronze iconography: right leg stands on the demon of ignorance, the raised left leg grants liberation, and the upper right hand holds the damaru (drum of creation).
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