The unique structural landmark 'Adhai Din Ka Jhonpra' in Ajmer was built by destroying or converting which preexisting ancient building? MCQ with Answer and Explanation
The unique structural landmark 'Adhai Din Ka Jhonpra' in Ajmer was built by destroying or converting which preexisting ancient building?
A. A traditional Jain stepwell temple
B. A Sanskrit College and Saraswati Temple founded by Vigraharaja IV
C. A major Buddhist monastery complex
D. A Chandela dynasty fort citadel
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Qutb-ud-din Aibak converted a grand ancient Hindu-Jain Sanskrit learning college (Saraswati Kanthabharana) into a mosque, retaining many original carved pillars.
Explanation:
The reconstruction of Somnath Temple was initiated under the leadership of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, who visited the site in 1948 and started the project.
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