The ancient rock-cut 'Ajanta Caves' are famously situated overlooking a horse-shoe shaped gorge carved out by which river? MCQ with Answer and Explanation
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The historic 'Padmanabhapuram Palace' complex contains an iconic multi-story clock tower. What is this clock mechanism locally called?
Correct Answer: Option D
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The 300-year-old clock tower at Padmanabhapuram features a unique mechanical clock called the 'Maniyalbi', powered by hanging stone weights.
The 300-year-old clock tower at Padmanabhapuram features a unique mechanical clock called the 'Maniyalbi', powered by hanging stone weights.
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The historical stepwell 'Rani Ki Vav' (The Queen's Stepwell), featured on the ₹100 currency note, is located on the banks of which disappearing ancient river?
Correct Answer: Option B
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Rani Ki Vav, located in Patan, Gujarat, was constructed on the banks of the ancient Saraswati River by Queen Udayamati in memory of King Bhima I.
Rani Ki Vav, located in Patan, Gujarat, was constructed on the banks of the ancient Saraswati River by Queen Udayamati in memory of King Bhima I.
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The historic 'Adhai Din Ka Jhonpra' mosque got its popular name due to which historical belief?
Correct Answer: Option D
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Popular legend states that Qutb-ud-din Aibak rushed the initial structural transformation of the college into a mosque within 2.5 days to facilitate quick prayers.
Popular legend states that Qutb-ud-din Aibak rushed the initial structural transformation of the college into a mosque within 2.5 days to facilitate quick prayers.
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