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Forts and Palaces of Uttar Pradesh

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Which fort in Uttar Pradesh is known for its intricate carvings and mirror work?

  1. Agra Fort

  2. Fatehpur Sikri

  3. Red Fort

  4. Kumbhalgarh Fort


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Fatehpur Sikri, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is famous for its intricate carvings, mirror work, and unique architectural style.

What is the name of the fort in Uttar Pradesh that was built by Akbar to commemorate his victory over Rana Pratap?

  1. Agra Fort

  2. Gwalior Fort

  3. Chittorgarh Fort

  4. Haldighati Fort


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Agra Fort, also known as Lal Qila, was built by Akbar to commemorate his victory over Rana Pratap at the Battle of Haldighati.

Which palace in Uttar Pradesh is known for its beautiful gardens and fountains?

  1. Taj Mahal

  2. Rambagh Palace

  3. Lucknow Residency

  4. Dilkusha Palace


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Rambagh Palace, located in Lucknow, is known for its beautiful gardens, fountains, and elegant architecture.

What is the name of the palace in Uttar Pradesh that was built by Nawab Wajid Ali Shah?

  1. Taj Mahal

  2. Rambagh Palace

  3. Lucknow Residency

  4. Dilkusha Palace


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Dilkusha Palace, located in Lucknow, was built by Nawab Wajid Ali Shah as a summer retreat.

Which fort in Uttar Pradesh is known for its massive ramparts and strategic location?

  1. Gwalior Fort

  2. Jhansi Fort

  3. Kalinjar Fort

  4. Chittorgarh Fort


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Kalinjar Fort, located in Banda district, is known for its massive ramparts and strategic location, making it a formidable defensive structure.

What is the name of the palace in Uttar Pradesh that was built by Raja Jai Singh II?

  1. Taj Mahal

  2. Rambagh Palace

  3. Lucknow Residency

  4. Jantar Mantar


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Jantar Mantar, located in Varanasi, is a palace built by Raja Jai Singh II as an astronomical observatory.

Which fort in Uttar Pradesh is known for its association with the Indian Rebellion of 1857?

  1. Agra Fort

  2. Gwalior Fort

  3. Jhansi Fort

  4. Lucknow Residency


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Lucknow Residency, located in Lucknow, is known for its association with the Indian Rebellion of 1857 and the heroic defense by British and Indian forces.

What is the name of the palace in Uttar Pradesh that was built by Nawab Asaf-ud-Daula?

  1. Taj Mahal

  2. Rambagh Palace

  3. Bara Imambara

  4. Dilkusha Palace


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Bara Imambara, located in Lucknow, is a palace built by Nawab Asaf-ud-Daula as a Shia congregation hall and a mausoleum.

Which fort in Uttar Pradesh is known for its unique blend of Hindu and Islamic architectural styles?

  1. Agra Fort

  2. Fatehpur Sikri

  3. Gwalior Fort

  4. Kalinjar Fort


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Fatehpur Sikri, built by Akbar, is known for its unique blend of Hindu and Islamic architectural styles, evident in its buildings, mosques, and palaces.

What is the name of the palace in Uttar Pradesh that was built by Nawab Shuja-ud-Daula?

  1. Taj Mahal

  2. Rambagh Palace

  3. Bara Imambara

  4. Chhota Imambara


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Chhota Imambara, located in Lucknow, is a palace built by Nawab Shuja-ud-Daula as a Shia congregation hall and a mausoleum.

Which fort in Uttar Pradesh is known for its association with the Maratha Empire?

  1. Agra Fort

  2. Gwalior Fort

  3. Jhansi Fort

  4. Kalinjar Fort


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Gwalior Fort, located in Gwalior, is known for its association with the Maratha Empire and the heroic defense by Rani Lakshmibai during the Indian Rebellion of 1857.

What is the name of the palace in Uttar Pradesh that was built by Nawab Saadat Ali Khan?

  1. Taj Mahal

  2. Rambagh Palace

  3. Bara Imambara

  4. Dilkusha Palace


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Dilkusha Palace, located in Lucknow, was built by Nawab Saadat Ali Khan as a summer retreat.

Which fort in Uttar Pradesh is known for its association with the Mughal Empire?

  1. Agra Fort

  2. Fatehpur Sikri

  3. Gwalior Fort

  4. Kalinjar Fort


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Agra Fort, located in Agra, is known for its association with the Mughal Empire and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

What is the name of the palace in Uttar Pradesh that was built by Nawab Nasir-ud-Din Haider?

  1. Taj Mahal

  2. Rambagh Palace

  3. Bara Imambara

  4. Chhota Imambara


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Bara Imambara, located in Lucknow, is a palace built by Nawab Nasir-ud-Din Haider as a Shia congregation hall and a mausoleum.

Which fort in Uttar Pradesh is known for its association with the British Raj?

  1. Agra Fort

  2. Gwalior Fort

  3. Jhansi Fort

  4. Lucknow Residency


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Lucknow Residency, located in Lucknow, is known for its association with the British Raj and the heroic defense by British and Indian forces during the Indian Rebellion of 1857.

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