The architectural landmark Bara Imambara in Lucknow, famous for its incredible pillarless central hall and intricate Bhool Bhulaiya labyrinth, was commissioned by which Nawab of Awadh? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The architectural landmark Bara Imambara in Lucknow, famous for its incredible pillarless central hall and intricate Bhool Bhulaiya labyrinth, was commissioned by which Nawab of Awadh?
A. Asaf-ud-Daula
B. Shuja-ud-Daula
C. Wajid Ali Shah
D. Saadat Ali Khan
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Bara Imambara was built in 1784 by Nawab Asaf-ud-Daula as a major famine-relief employment project for the people of Awadh.

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Practice More Important Monuments of India Questions

Question #1
The legendary 'Chhorla-Chhorli' or the historic 'Vijay Fort' styles aside, which ancient site contains the unique ruins of 'Adilabad Fort'?
A. Daulatabad
B. Golconda
C. Delhi
D. Bijapur

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Adilabad Fort is a fortification built by Muhammad bin Tughlaq in Delhi, located near the grand Tughlaqabad Fort complex.

Question #2
The world heritage monument 'Group of Monuments at Pattadakal' consists of how many major Hindu temples in total?
A. 12
B. 9
C. 7
D. 10

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Pattadakal features a group of nine holy Hindu temples along with a Jain sanctuary, making a total of ten prominent monuments inscribed under UNESCO.

Question #3
Which monument is known as the highest gateway in the world?
A. India Gate
B. Qutub Minar
C. Buland Darwaza
D. Charminar

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Buland Darwaza, at Fatehpur Sikri, is the highest gateway in the world, standing 54 metres above the ground.