The spectacular 'Hojsaleswara Temple' at Halebidu, famous for its intricate soapstone reliefs, features double shrines dedicated to which deity? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The spectacular 'Hojsaleswara Temple' at Halebidu, famous for its intricate soapstone reliefs, features double shrines dedicated to which deity?
A. Lord Vishnu
B. Surya Dev
C. Lord Shiva
D. Lord Brahma
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
The Hoysaleswara Temple at Halebidu is a 12th-century Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, featuring two identical shrines side by side.

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The world-famous 'Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus' (formerly Victoria Terminus) in Mumbai was designed by which British architect?
A. Robert Fellowes Chisholm
B. Frederick William Stevens
C. George Wittet
D. Henry Irwin

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
The magnificent Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus was designed by architectural engineer Frederick William Stevens in the High Victorian Gothic Revival style.

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The world heritage monument 'Sun Temple at Modhera' features a beautiful hall where 12 pillars represent the 12 aspects of the Sun God. What is this hall called?
A. Natya Mandapa
B. Sabha Mandapa
C. Garbhagriha
D. Guda Mandapa

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
The Sabha Mandapa (Assembly Hall) at Modhera Sun Temple is an open pillared structure used for religious gatherings, featuring 12 beautifully carved pillars representing months of the solar cycle.

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The spectacular 'Sun Temple' of Konark was designed in the shape of a colossal chariot of the Sun God. How many wheels does this chariot have?
A. 24 wheels
B. 32 wheels
C. 12 wheels
D. 16 wheels

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
The Konark Sun Temple features 24 exquisitely carved stone wheels (12 pairs), representing the 24 hours or fortnights of the year, drawn by seven horses.