The Adhai Din Ka Jhonpra mosque in Ajmer, Rajasthan, was constructed under the orders of Qutb-ud-din Aibak by converting what pre-existing structure? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The Adhai Din Ka Jhonpra mosque in Ajmer, Rajasthan, was constructed under the orders of Qutb-ud-din Aibak by converting what pre-existing structure?
A. A Buddhist monastery
B. A Sanskrit college and temple complex
C. A Rajput royal palace
D. A Jain temple sanctuary
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Adhai Din Ka Jhonpra was built by Qutb-ud-din Aibak in 1199 AD by converting a pre-existing Sanskrit college-cum-temple complex established by the Chauhan emperor Vigraharaja IV.

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Question #1
The Konark Sun Temple in Odisha was built in the shape of a chariot dedicated to which deity?
A. Shiva
B. Surya
C. Brahma
D. Vishnu

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Built by King Narasimhadeva I in the 13th century, the Konark Sun Temple is designed as a chariot for the Sun God Surya. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Question #2
The historic 'Humayun's Tomb' complex contains a beautiful octagonal tomb known as the 'Tomb of Isa Khan'. Who was Isa Khan?
A. A general of Akbar's army
B. The prime minister of Shah Jahan
C. A noble in the court of Sher Shah Suri
D. The chief physician of Humayun

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Isa Khan Niyazi was a powerful Afghan noble in the court of Sher Shah Suri and his son Islam Shah Suri. His tomb predates Humayun's tomb by a few years.

Question #3
The historic 'Nalanda Mahavihara' site in Bihar was extensively excavated by which legendary archaeologist of the Archaeological Survey of India?
A. Spooner and Broadley
B. Alexander Cunningham
C. Mortimer Wheeler
D. John Marshall

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
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