Forts and Palaces of India

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Which fort in Rajasthan is known as the 'Golden Fort'?

  1. Jaigarh Fort

  2. Mehrangarh Fort

  3. Amber Fort

  4. Chittorgarh Fort


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Jaigarh Fort is located in Jaipur, Rajasthan and is known as the 'Golden Fort' due to its yellow sandstone construction.

Which palace in Mysore is famous for its intricate carvings and paintings?

  1. Mysore Palace

  2. Bangalore Palace

  3. Tipu Sultan's Palace

  4. Lalitha Mahal Palace


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mysore Palace is located in Mysore, Karnataka and is known for its intricate carvings and paintings, which depict scenes from Hindu mythology and history.

Which fort in Delhi was built by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan?

  1. Red Fort

  2. Agra Fort

  3. Lahore Fort

  4. Fatehpur Sikri


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Red Fort is located in Delhi and was built by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in the 17th century. It is made of red sandstone and is known for its intricate carvings and beautiful gardens.

Which palace in Rajasthan is known as the 'Lake Palace'?

  1. City Palace, Udaipur

  2. Lake Palace, Udaipur

  3. Umaid Bhawan Palace

  4. Jal Mahal, Jaipur


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Lake Palace is located in Udaipur, Rajasthan and is known as the 'Lake Palace' because it is built on an island in Lake Pichola.

Which fort in Maharashtra is known as the 'Sea Fort'?

  1. Sindhudurg Fort

  2. Raigad Fort

  3. Pratapgad Fort

  4. Vijaydurg Fort


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sindhudurg Fort is located in Maharashtra and is known as the 'Sea Fort' because it is built on an island in the Arabian Sea.

Which palace in Hyderabad is known as the 'Nizam's Palace'?

  1. Chowmahalla Palace

  2. Falaknuma Palace

  3. Purani Haveli

  4. King Kothi Palace


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Chowmahalla Palace is located in Hyderabad and is known as the 'Nizam's Palace' because it was the official residence of the Nizams of Hyderabad.

Which fort in Rajasthan is known as the 'Hill Fort'?

  1. Mehrangarh Fort

  2. Chittorgarh Fort

  3. Kumbhalgarh Fort

  4. Ranthambore Fort


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Kumbhalgarh Fort is located in Rajasthan and is known as the 'Hill Fort' because it is built on a hilltop.

Which palace in Jaipur is known as the 'Pink Palace'?

  1. City Palace, Jaipur

  2. Hawa Mahal

  3. Jal Mahal

  4. Rambagh Palace


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Hawa Mahal is located in Jaipur and is known as the 'Pink Palace' because it is made of pink sandstone.

Which fort in Punjab is known as the 'Golden Temple'?

  1. Harmandir Sahib

  2. Jallianwala Bagh

  3. Wagah Border

  4. Gobindgarh Fort


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Harmandir Sahib is located in Amritsar, Punjab and is known as the 'Golden Temple' because it is covered in gold leaf.

Which palace in Mysore is known as the 'Lalitha Mahal Palace'?

  1. Mysore Palace

  2. Bangalore Palace

  3. Tipu Sultan's Palace

  4. Lalitha Mahal Palace


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Lalitha Mahal Palace is located in Mysore, Karnataka and is known for its Indo-Saracenic architecture.

Which fort in Rajasthan is known as the 'Desert Fort'?

  1. Mehrangarh Fort

  2. Chittorgarh Fort

  3. Kumbhalgarh Fort

  4. Jaisalmer Fort


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Jaisalmer Fort is located in Rajasthan and is known as the 'Desert Fort' because it is located in the Thar Desert.

Which palace in Rajasthan is known as the 'Umaid Bhawan Palace'?

  1. City Palace, Udaipur

  2. Lake Palace, Udaipur

  3. Umaid Bhawan Palace

  4. Jal Mahal, Jaipur


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Umaid Bhawan Palace is located in Jodhpur, Rajasthan and is known for its Art Deco architecture.

Which fort in Maharashtra is known as the 'Shivaji Fort'?

  1. Sindhudurg Fort

  2. Raigad Fort

  3. Pratapgad Fort

  4. Vijaydurg Fort


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Raigad Fort is located in Maharashtra and is known as the 'Shivaji Fort' because it was the capital of the Maratha Empire under Shivaji.

Which palace in Hyderabad is known as the 'Falaknuma Palace'?

  1. Chowmahalla Palace

  2. Falaknuma Palace

  3. Purani Haveli

  4. King Kothi Palace


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Falaknuma Palace is located in Hyderabad and is known for its opulent interiors and beautiful gardens.

Which fort in Rajasthan is known as the 'Amber Fort'?

  1. Jaigarh Fort

  2. Mehrangarh Fort

  3. Amber Fort

  4. Chittorgarh Fort


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Amber Fort is located in Jaipur, Rajasthan and is known for its beautiful architecture and stunning views of the surrounding area.

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