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Forts and Palaces of Uttarakhand

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Which fort is known as the 'Gateway to Garhwal'?

  1. Dehradun Fort

  2. Kotdwara Fort

  3. Lansdowne Fort

  4. Tehri Fort


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Kotdwara Fort, also known as the 'Gateway to Garhwal', is a historic fort located in the town of Kotdwara in Uttarakhand.

Which palace is famous for its beautiful gardens and fountains?

  1. Raj Bhavan, Nainital

  2. Laxman Jhula Palace, Rishikesh

  3. Anand Bhawan, Mussoorie

  4. Chetwode Hall, Dehradun


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Raj Bhavan, Nainital is famous for its beautiful gardens and fountains. It is the official residence of the Governor of Uttarakhand.

Which fort was built by the Gorkhas in the 18th century?

  1. Almora Fort

  2. Ranikhet Fort

  3. Kumaon Fort

  4. Nainital Fort


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Almora Fort was built by the Gorkhas in the 18th century. It is located in the town of Almora in Uttarakhand.

Which palace is known as the 'Summer Palace of the British Raj'?

  1. Viceregal Lodge, Shimla

  2. Rashtrapati Bhavan, New Delhi

  3. Umaid Bhawan Palace, Jodhpur

  4. Mysore Palace, Mysore


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Viceregal Lodge, Shimla is known as the 'Summer Palace of the British Raj'. It was the official summer residence of the Viceroy of India during the British rule.

Which fort is located on a hilltop overlooking the confluence of the Alaknanda and Bhagirathi rivers?

  1. Devprayag Fort

  2. Rishikesh Fort

  3. Haridwar Fort

  4. Tehri Fort


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Devprayag Fort is located on a hilltop overlooking the confluence of the Alaknanda and Bhagirathi rivers. It is a historic fort that was built in the 16th century.

Which palace is famous for its intricate carvings and murals?

  1. Nainital Palace

  2. Tehri Palace

  3. Dehradun Palace

  4. Mussoorie Palace


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Tehri Palace is famous for its intricate carvings and murals. It is located in the town of Tehri in Uttarakhand.

Which fort is known as the 'Eagle's Nest'?

  1. Jageshwar Fort

  2. Binsar Fort

  3. Ranikhet Fort

  4. Kumaon Fort


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Binsar Fort is known as the 'Eagle's Nest'. It is located in the Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary in Uttarakhand.

Which palace is famous for its beautiful lake and gardens?

  1. Nainital Palace

  2. Tehri Palace

  3. Dehradun Palace

  4. Mussoorie Palace


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Nainital Palace is famous for its beautiful lake and gardens. It is located in the town of Nainital in Uttarakhand.

Which fort is located on the banks of the Ganges river?

  1. Haridwar Fort

  2. Rishikesh Fort

  3. Tehri Fort

  4. Dehradun Fort


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Haridwar Fort is located on the banks of the Ganges river. It is a historic fort that was built in the 16th century.

Which palace is known as the 'Palace of the Clouds'?

  1. Nainital Palace

  2. Tehri Palace

  3. Dehradun Palace

  4. Mussoorie Palace


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Mussoorie Palace is known as the 'Palace of the Clouds'. It is located in the town of Mussoorie in Uttarakhand.

Which fort is famous for its underground tunnels and secret chambers?

  1. Almora Fort

  2. Ranikhet Fort

  3. Kumaon Fort

  4. Nainital Fort


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Almora Fort is famous for its underground tunnels and secret chambers. It is located in the town of Almora in Uttarakhand.

Which palace is famous for its beautiful architecture and paintings?

  1. Nainital Palace

  2. Tehri Palace

  3. Dehradun Palace

  4. Mussoorie Palace


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Dehradun Palace is famous for its beautiful architecture and paintings. It is located in the town of Dehradun in Uttarakhand.

Which fort is known as the 'Fort of Victory'?

  1. Jageshwar Fort

  2. Binsar Fort

  3. Ranikhet Fort

  4. Kumaon Fort


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Ranikhet Fort is known as the 'Fort of Victory'. It is located in the town of Ranikhet in Uttarakhand.

Which palace is famous for its collection of ancient artifacts and manuscripts?

  1. Nainital Palace

  2. Tehri Palace

  3. Dehradun Palace

  4. Mussoorie Palace


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Tehri Palace is famous for its collection of ancient artifacts and manuscripts. It is located in the town of Tehri in Uttarakhand.

Which fort is located on a hilltop overlooking the town of Almora?

  1. Almora Fort

  2. Ranikhet Fort

  3. Kumaon Fort

  4. Nainital Fort


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Almora Fort is located on a hilltop overlooking the town of Almora. It is a historic fort that was built in the 16th century.

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