Ancient Indian Cities

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Which ancient Indian city is known as the 'City of Temples'?

  1. Varanasi

  2. Ayodhya

  3. Mathura

  4. Haridwar


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Varanasi is considered one of the holiest cities in India and is known for its numerous temples, including the Kashi Vishwanath Temple and the Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple.

Which ancient Indian city is believed to be the birthplace of Lord Krishna?

  1. Mathura

  2. Vrindavan

  3. Gokul

  4. Dwarka


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mathura is considered the birthplace of Lord Krishna and is home to several temples dedicated to him, including the Krishna Janmabhoomi Temple.

Which ancient Indian city is known as the 'City of Joy'?

  1. Kolkata

  2. Mumbai

  3. Delhi

  4. Chennai


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kolkata, formerly known as Calcutta, is often referred to as the 'City of Joy' due to its vibrant culture, rich history, and friendly people.

Which ancient Indian city is considered the 'Golden City'?

  1. Ayodhya

  2. Pataliputra

  3. Taxila

  4. Ujjain


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ayodhya is often referred to as the 'Golden City' due to its historical and religious significance. It is believed to be the birthplace of Lord Rama, and is home to several ancient temples.

Which ancient Indian city is known as the 'City of Seven Islands'?

  1. Mumbai

  2. Goa

  3. Lakshadweep

  4. Andaman and Nicobar Islands


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mumbai, formerly known as Bombay, is often referred to as the 'City of Seven Islands' due to its location on seven islands that were later joined together.

Which ancient Indian city is considered the 'City of Palaces'?

  1. Jaipur

  2. Udaipur

  3. Jodhpur

  4. Bikaner


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan, is known as the 'City of Palaces' due to its numerous palaces, including the City Palace, Hawa Mahal, and Jal Mahal.

Which ancient Indian city is known as the 'City of Lakes'?

  1. Udaipur

  2. Srinagar

  3. Nainital

  4. Ooty


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Udaipur, a city in Rajasthan, is often referred to as the 'City of Lakes' due to its numerous lakes, including Lake Pichola, Fateh Sagar Lake, and Udai Sagar Lake.

Which ancient Indian city is known as the 'City of Gardens'?

  1. Mysore

  2. Chandigarh

  3. Lucknow

  4. Shimla


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mysore, a city in Karnataka, is known as the 'City of Gardens' due to its numerous gardens and parks, including the Brindavan Gardens, Lalbagh Botanical Garden, and Kukkarahalli Kere.

Which ancient Indian city is known as the 'City of Nawabs'?

  1. Lucknow

  2. Hyderabad

  3. Bhopal

  4. Rampur


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Lucknow, the capital of Uttar Pradesh, is known as the 'City of Nawabs' due to its historical association with the Nawabs of Awadh.

Which ancient Indian city is known as the 'City of Nizams'?

  1. Hyderabad

  2. Bhopal

  3. Rampur

  4. Tonk


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Hyderabad, the capital of Telangana, is known as the 'City of Nizams' due to its historical association with the Nizams of Hyderabad.

Which ancient Indian city is known as the 'City of Pearls'?

  1. Hyderabad

  2. Visakhapatnam

  3. Rajahmundry

  4. Nellore


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Hyderabad is also known as the 'City of Pearls' due to its historical association with the pearl trade.

Which ancient Indian city is known as the 'City of Temples and Palaces'?

  1. Varanasi

  2. Ayodhya

  3. Mathura

  4. Puri


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Puri, a city in Odisha, is known as the 'City of Temples and Palaces' due to its numerous temples and palaces, including the Jagannath Temple and the Puri Palace.

Which ancient Indian city is known as the 'City of Dreams'?

  1. Mumbai

  2. Delhi

  3. Kolkata

  4. Chennai


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mumbai is often referred to as the 'City of Dreams' due to its association with the Bollywood film industry and its reputation as a city where people come to pursue their dreams.

Which ancient Indian city is known as the 'City of Nawabs and Kebabs'?

  1. Lucknow

  2. Hyderabad

  3. Bhopal

  4. Rampur


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Lucknow is also known as the 'City of Nawabs and Kebabs' due to its historical association with the Nawabs of Awadh and its famous kebabs.

Which ancient Indian city is known as the 'City of Golden Temples'?

  1. Amritsar

  2. Varanasi

  3. Ayodhya

  4. Mathura


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Amritsar, a city in Punjab, is known as the 'City of Golden Temples' due to the presence of the Golden Temple, one of the holiest shrines of the Sikh religion.

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