The Bibi Ka Maqbara is often called the 'Taj Mahal of the Deccan' and is located in which city? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The Bibi Ka Maqbara is often called the 'Taj Mahal of the Deccan' and is located in which city?
A. Hyderabad
B. Aurangabad
C. Bijapur
D. Pune
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Bibi Ka Maqbara in Aurangabad was built by Aurangzeb's son for his mother.

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Practice More Important Monuments of India Questions

Question #1
The famous Konark Sun Temple in Odisha, frequently referred to as the 'Black Pagoda', was built by which ruler of the Eastern Ganga Dynasty?
A. Anantavarman Chodaganga
B. Kapilendra Deva
C. Narasimhadeva I
D. Prataparudra Deva

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
The Konark Sun Temple was commissioned by King Narasimhadeva I of the Eastern Ganga Dynasty around 1250 AD. European sailors called it the 'Black Pagoda' due to its dark color.

Question #2
The structural masterpiece 'Brihadisvara Temple' at Thanjavur features a massive monolithic statue of Nandi (the bull) at its entrance. Approximately how much does it weigh?
A. 40 tonnes
B. 25 tonnes
C. 10 tonnes
D. 60 tonnes

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
The Nandi statue facing the main sanctum at Thanjavur is carved out of a single structural block of stone, weighing approximately 25 tonnes.

Question #3
In which city is the famous 'Basoohli Fort' or the historic historical stepwell structures of Jammu region located?
A. Kathua
B. Samba
C. Udhampur
D. Jammu

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
The historic town of Basholi, famous for its fort ruins and schools of miniature paintings, is located in the Kathua district of Jammu and Kashmir UT.