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  1. vajiramandravi.com › upsc-daily-current-affairs › prelims-pointersKonark Temple wheel - Vajiram & Ravi

    Sep 10, 2023 · The Konark wheel 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.

  2. Sun Temple of Konark is renowned throughout the world for its stone sculptures. The temple was designed in the shape of a huge chariot drawn by 7 mighty spirited horses on 12 pairs (total 24 wheels) of gorgeously decorated wheels at its base.

  3. Sep 9, 2023 · What is Konark wheel? The Konark Wheel was built during the 13th century under the reign of King Narasimhadeva-I of the Ganga dynasty. The temple was designed as a huge chariot drawn by 7 mighty spirited horses on 12 pairs (total 24 wheels) of gorgeously decorated wheels at its base.

  4. Sep 13, 2023 · As part of showcasing India’s cultural diversity and heritage, a wall depicting the mural of the historic Konark Wheel of Odisha’s Sun Temple is placed as the backdrop for welcoming world leaders at the summit venue.

  5. Sep 14, 2023 · Wheels of Konark Temple. The Wheels of Konark Temple are also known as Konark Chakra. Konark temple was designed as a huge chariot drawn by 7 mighty horses in galloping mode on 12 pairs (total 24) of ornamented wheels made from stone and a central hub.

  6. Sep 9, 2023 · The 24-spoke Konark wheel, which represents timeless knowledge, cutting-edge civilisation, and architectural brilliance, has also been incorporated into India’s national flag. The wheel’s circular motion represents time, or the Kalachakra, as well as development and ongoing change in the cosmos.

  7. Sep 10, 2023 · The Konark wheel 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 and embodies India's ancient wisdom, advanced civilisation, and architectural excellence.

  8. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday welcomed world leaders arriving at the Bharat Mandapam in Delhi’s Pragati Maidan for the G20 Summit. PM Modi received the G20 leaders and shook hands with them for the customary photo-op with the replica of Konark Wheel of Odisha in the background.

  9. Sep 9, 2023 · The Konark Wheel, dating back to the 13th century during the reign of King Narasimhadeva-I, stands as an extraordinary emblem featuring 24 spokes. It represents India's deep wisdom, advanced civilization, and architectural mastery.

  10. The historic Konark Wheel of Odishas Sun Temple became a centre of attraction at the G20 Summit venue on Saturday as Prime Minister Narendra Modi chose a wall depicting the 13th century...