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Famous Historical Monuments of India

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Which monument is known as the 'Taj of the Deccan'?

  1. Golconda Fort

  2. Qutub Minar

  3. Charminar

  4. Hampi


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Charminar is a monument located in Hyderabad, Telangana, India. It is known as the 'Taj of the Deccan' because of its resemblance to the Taj Mahal in Agra.

Which monument was built by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal?

  1. Red Fort

  2. Qutub Minar

  3. Taj Mahal

  4. Fatehpur Sikri


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Taj Mahal is a mausoleum located in Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India. It was built by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal.

Which monument is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is known for its intricate carvings and sculptures?

  1. Khajuraho Temples

  2. Konark Sun Temple

  3. Brihadeeswara Temple

  4. Ajanta Caves


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Khajuraho Temples are a group of Hindu and Jain temples located in Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh, India. They are known for their intricate carvings and sculptures, and are a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Which monument is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is known for its iconic dome?

  1. Golconda Fort

  2. Qutub Minar

  3. Taj Mahal

  4. Fatehpur Sikri


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Taj Mahal is a mausoleum located in Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India. It is known for its iconic dome and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Which monument is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is known for its intricate carvings and sculptures?

  1. Khajuraho Temples

  2. Konark Sun Temple

  3. Brihadeeswara Temple

  4. Ajanta Caves


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Konark Sun Temple is a 13th-century Hindu temple located in Konark, Odisha, India. It is known for its intricate carvings and sculptures, and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Which monument is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is known for its massive structure and intricate carvings?

  1. Red Fort

  2. Qutub Minar

  3. Brihadeeswara Temple

  4. Hampi


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Brihadeeswara Temple is a 11th-century Hindu temple located in Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu, India. It is known for its massive structure and intricate carvings, and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Which monument is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is known for its ancient cave paintings?

  1. Khajuraho Temples

  2. Konark Sun Temple

  3. Brihadeeswara Temple

  4. Ajanta Caves


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Ajanta Caves are a group of 30 rock-cut Buddhist cave monuments located in Aurangabad, Maharashtra, India. They are known for their ancient cave paintings, and are a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Which monument is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is known for its ancient ruins and temples?

  1. Red Fort

  2. Qutub Minar

  3. Hampi

  4. Fatehpur Sikri


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Hampi is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in Karnataka, India. It is known for its ancient ruins and temples, and is a popular tourist destination.

Which monument is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is known for its intricate carvings and sculptures?

  1. Khajuraho Temples

  2. Konark Sun Temple

  3. Brihadeeswara Temple

  4. Ajanta Caves


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Khajuraho Temples are a group of Hindu and Jain temples located in Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh, India. They are known for their intricate carvings and sculptures, and are a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Which monument is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is known for its iconic dome?

  1. Golconda Fort

  2. Qutub Minar

  3. Taj Mahal

  4. Fatehpur Sikri


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Taj Mahal is a mausoleum located in Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India. It is known for its iconic dome and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Which monument is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is known for its intricate carvings and sculptures?

  1. Khajuraho Temples

  2. Konark Sun Temple

  3. Brihadeeswara Temple

  4. Ajanta Caves


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Konark Sun Temple is a 13th-century Hindu temple located in Konark, Odisha, India. It is known for its intricate carvings and sculptures, and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Which monument is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is known for its massive structure and intricate carvings?

  1. Red Fort

  2. Qutub Minar

  3. Brihadeeswara Temple

  4. Hampi


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Brihadeeswara Temple is a 11th-century Hindu temple located in Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu, India. It is known for its massive structure and intricate carvings, and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Which monument is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is known for its ancient cave paintings?

  1. Khajuraho Temples

  2. Konark Sun Temple

  3. Brihadeeswara Temple

  4. Ajanta Caves


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Ajanta Caves are a group of 30 rock-cut Buddhist cave monuments located in Aurangabad, Maharashtra, India. They are known for their ancient cave paintings, and are a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Which monument is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is known for its ancient ruins and temples?

  1. Red Fort

  2. Qutub Minar

  3. Hampi

  4. Fatehpur Sikri


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Hampi is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in Karnataka, India. It is known for its ancient ruins and temples, and is a popular tourist destination.

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