The famous Konark Sun Temple in Odisha, frequently referred to as the 'Black Pagoda', was built by which ruler of the Eastern Ganga Dynasty? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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. Prataparudra Deva
B. Anantavarman Chodaganga
C. Narasimhadeva I
D. Kapilendra Deva
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
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.

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Question #1
The historical 'Golra Sharif' or the monument 'Ziarat Baba Reshi' aside, which district houses the historic 'Bahu Fort', home to the famous Bawe Wali Mata temple?
A. Reasi
B. Jammu
C. Kathua
D. Udhampur

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
The Bahu Fort is a historic fort built on the banks of the Tawi River in Jammu city, originally constructed by Raja Bahu Lochan.

Question #2
The historical site 'Erra Matti Dibbalu' (Red Sand Dunes), a unique geological monument of national importance, is located in which coastal city?
A. Visakhapatnam
B. Kochi
C. Chennai
D. Puri

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Erra Matti Dibbalu are rare deeply dissected red sand dunes located along the coast near Visakhapatnam in Andhra Pradesh, recognized as a geo-heritage site.

Question #3
The Charminar in Hyderabad was constructed in 1591 by Muhammad Quli Qutb Shah primarily to commemorate which historical event?
A. Victory over the Vijayanagara Empire
B. The foundation of the Qutb Shahi Dynasty
C. The signing of a peace treaty with the Mughals
D. The eradication of a deadly plague epidemic

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Muhammad Quli Qutb Shah built the Charminar in 1591 to celebrate the end of a devastating plague epidemic that had plagued the city of Hyderabad.