The historic 'Chhota Imambara' in Lucknow, also known as the Palace of Lights, was constructed by which Nawab of Awadh? MCQ with Answer and Explanation
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The historical fort 'Seringapatam Fort' witnessed the death of Tipu Sultan in 1799. Where exactly inside the fort layout did he fall?
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
A stone tablet marks the exact historic spot near the northern Water Gate where Tipu Sultan's body was discovered following the final British assault.
A stone tablet marks the exact historic spot near the northern Water Gate where Tipu Sultan's body was discovered following the final British assault.
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The historic 'Tomb of Ghiyas-ud-din Tughlaq' features a unique structural innovation in its walls. What is this trait?
Correct Answer: Option D
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Tughlaq architecture introduced characteristic inward-sloping or battered exterior walls (known as 'slope architecture') to give extra stability to fort structures.
Tughlaq architecture introduced characteristic inward-sloping or battered exterior walls (known as 'slope architecture') to give extra stability to fort structures.
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The Chowmahalla Palace is in which city?
Correct Answer: Option D
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Chowmahalla Palace in Hyderabad was the official residence of the Nizams and is known for its grand courtyards and Mughal-style architecture.
Chowmahalla Palace in Hyderabad was the official residence of the Nizams and is known for its grand courtyards and Mughal-style architecture.
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