The 'Black Pagoda' refers to: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The 'Black Pagoda' refers to:
A. Golden Temple
B. Konark Sun Temple
C. Meenakshi Temple
D. Brihadeeswarar Temple
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
European sailors called the Konark Sun Temple the Black Pagoda.

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Practice More Important Monuments of India Questions

Question #1
The world heritage monument 'Group of Monuments at Pattadakal' consists of how many major Hindu temples in total?
A. 7
B. 9
C. 12
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 #2
The famous historical site 'Gopachal Rock Cut Jain Monuments' is located carved into the cliffs of which famous fort?
A. Gwalior Fort
B. Jhansi Fort
C. Chittorgarh Fort
D. Kalinjar Fort

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
The Gopachal rock-cut monuments are a group of Jain rock carvings dated between the 7th and 15th centuries located inside the Gwalior Fort premises.

Question #3
Which monument is known as the 'Black Pagoda'?
A. Brihadeeswara Temple
B. Lingaraja Temple
C. Konark Sun Temple
D. Jagannath Temple

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
European sailors called the Konark Sun Temple the 'Black Pagoda' due to its dark colour and use as a navigational landmark.