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? MCQ with Answer and Explanation
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The ancient site of Vikramashila Mahavihara, a premier center of Buddhist learning in early medieval India, was founded by which Pala king?
Correct Answer: Option A
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Vikramashila was established by the Pala King Dharmapala in the late 8th or early 9th century AD in response to a perceived decline in the quality of education at Nalanda.
Vikramashila was established by the Pala King Dharmapala in the late 8th or early 9th century AD in response to a perceived decline in the quality of education at Nalanda.
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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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Which monument is known as the 'Black Pagoda'?
Correct Answer: Option C
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European sailors called the Konark Sun Temple the 'Black Pagoda' due to its dark colour and use as a navigational landmark.
European sailors called the Konark Sun Temple the 'Black Pagoda' due to its dark colour and use as a navigational landmark.
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