Champa Kingdom's Shiva Temple Builder Identified
The question asks to identify the ruler responsible for building the Shiva temple located in Mysona, within the historical Hindu Kingdom of Champa.
Historical Context of Champa
The Hindu Kingdom of Champa, located in present-day Vietnam, had a rich history influenced by Indian culture. Several rulers commissioned significant religious structures, including temples dedicated to Hindu deities like Shiva.
Identifying the Temple Builder
Historical records attribute the construction of the Shiva temple at Mysona (also referred to as Myson) to King Bhadravarman I.
- King Bhadravarman I ruled Champa from approximately 380 to 413 AD.
- He is renowned for establishing the cult of Bhadreśvara (a form of Shiva) and constructing the primary temple dedicated to him at the Myson sanctuary.
- Therefore, Bhadravarman is the correct answer.
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