The majestic 'Umaid Bhawan Palace' in Jodhpur is also known by which popular local name due to the specific hill stone material used? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The majestic 'Umaid Bhawan Palace' in Jodhpur is also known by which popular local name due to the specific hill stone material used?
A. Suryagarh Palace
B. Jodhpur Castle
C. Marwar Bhavan
D. Chittar Palace
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Umaid Bhawan Palace is locally called Chittar Palace because it was constructed using special golden-yellow 'Chittar' sandstone from a nearby hill.

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