The Charminar in Hyderabad was constructed in 1591 by Muhammad Quli Qutb Shah primarily to commemorate which historical event? MCQ with Answer and Explanation
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Which Indian monument has the second-largest dome in the world?
Correct Answer: Option A
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Gol Gumbaz in Bijapur has the second-largest dome in the world, after St. Peter's Basilica, and is unsupported by pillars.
Gol Gumbaz in Bijapur has the second-largest dome in the world, after St. Peter's Basilica, and is unsupported by pillars.
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The historic 'Adhai Din Ka Jhonpra' mosque got its popular name due to which historical belief?
Correct Answer: Option A
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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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The ancient 'Barabar Caves' in Bihar bear historic inscriptions showing they were dedicated as shelters to ascetics of which sect?
Correct Answer: Option D
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Mauryan Emperor Ashoka gifted the highly polished rock-cut Barabar caves specifically to the ascetics of the now-extinct Ajivika sect.
Mauryan Emperor Ashoka gifted the highly polished rock-cut Barabar caves specifically to the ascetics of the now-extinct Ajivika sect.
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