Which fort in Rajasthan is known as the 'Sonar Qila' (Golden Fort)? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which fort in Rajasthan is known as the 'Sonar Qila' (Golden Fort)?
A. Mehrangarh
B. Amber Fort
C. Chittorgarh
D. Jaisalmer Fort
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Jaisalmer Fort is called the 'Sonar Qila' because of its golden-yellow sandstone walls that glimmer in the sunlight.

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The Brihadisvara Temple at Thanjavur, a masterpiece of Dravidian architecture, was completed in 1010 AD by which monarch?
A. Aditya Chola I
B. Rajendra Chola I
C. Rajaraja Chola I
D. Kulothunga Chola I

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
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The Shore Temple, one of the oldest structural stone temples in South India, was built by which dynasty?
A. Chola Dynasty
B. Chalukya Dynasty
C. Pallava Dynasty
D. Pandya Dynasty

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
The Shore Temple at Mahabalipuram (Tamil Nadu) was constructed during the 8th century AD by the Pallava King Narasimhavarman II, also known as Rajasimha.

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A. Suryavamsi Dynasty
B. Somavamsi Dynasty
C. Eastern Ganga Dynasty
D. Gajapati Dynasty

Correct Answer: Option C


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