The Elephanta Caves are dedicated to which deity? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The Elephanta Caves are dedicated to which deity?
A. Shiva
B. Brahma
C. Vishnu
D. Surya
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The Elephanta Caves, located on an island near Mumbai, are primarily dedicated to Shiva, with the famous Trimurti sculpture.

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Practice More Important Monuments of India Questions

Question #1
The historic 'Nalanda Mahavihara' site in Bihar was extensively excavated by which legendary archaeologist of the Archaeological Survey of India?
A. Alexander Cunningham
B. Mortimer Wheeler
C. John Marshall
D. Spooner and Broadley

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Sir Alexander Cunningham, the founder of the ASI, conducted the first official systematic surveys of the Nalanda site, identifying it based on Xuanzang's journals.

Question #2
The historical landmark 'Charminar' features four grand minarets, each rising to a height of how many meters?
A. 48 meters
B. 64 meters
C. 36 meters
D. 56 meters

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Each of the four decorative minarets built into the corners of Charminar stands at a height of 56 meters from the base.

Question #3
The architectural landmark 'Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad' (IIM-A) features vast geometric voids in its brick facades. What was their architectural purpose?
A. To reduce the weight of concrete foundations
B. To hold solar energy capture panels
C. To act as structural spaces for expanding future rooms
D. To provide natural ventilation and shade against the hot Gujarat climate

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Louis Kahn designed giant circular and square brick window cutouts to act as natural wind tunnels and cooling shade elements suitable for Ahmedabad weather.