The Harmandir Sahib is surrounded by a sacred pool called: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The Harmandir Sahib is surrounded by a sacred pool called:
A. Sarovar
B. Amrit Sarovar
C. Pushkar
D. Kund
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The Golden Temple is surrounded by the Amrit Sarovar (pool of nectar).

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Practice More Important Monuments of India Questions

Question #1
The monumental 'Shore Temple' at Mahabalipuram is considered unique among Pallava architecture because of which reason?
A. It is entirely carved out of an offshore live coral reef
B. It contains no images or idols of any Hindu deities
C. It is one of the earliest structural stone temples of South India, rather than rock-cut
D. It features a circular dome modeled on Buddhist chaityas

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Unlike the rock-cut cave rathas of Mahabalipuram, the Shore Temple is a free-standing structural temple built out of dressed granite blocks.

Question #2
Agra Fort was primarily built by which Mughal Emperor?
A. Shah Jahan
B. Aurangzeb
C. Babur
D. Akbar

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Akbar constructed the Agra Fort, though Shah Jahan later made significant additions to it.

Question #3
The iconic 'Sidi Sayyyed Mosque' in Ahmedabad is famous worldwide for which specific architectural feature?
A. The shaking minarets
B. A massive white marble dome
C. The acoustic central arch
D. The Tree of Life stone latticework window (Jali)

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
The Sidi Sayyed Mosque is world-renowned for its ten semi-circular stone jaali windows, especially the intricately carved 'Tree of Life' motif window.