The historic 'Cellular Jail' in Port Blair originally had seven wings radiating from a central watchtower. How many wings survive today? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The historic 'Cellular Jail' in Port Blair originally had seven wings radiating from a central watchtower. How many wings survive today?
A. Seven wings
B. Three wings
C. Five wings
D. Four wings
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Out of the original seven structural wings of the panopticon design, four wings were damaged during World War II and subsequent earthquakes; only three wings remain standing.

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Question #1
The exquisite 'Lad Khan Temple', one of the oldest structural temples built by the Chalukyas, is located at which historic site?
A. Pattadakal
B. Badami
C. Hampi
D. Aihole

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
The Lad Khan Temple is located at Aihole, Karnataka. Built in the late 5th or early 6th century, it is an early experimental structure of the Chalukyan style.

Question #2
The Victoria Memorial is located in which city?
A. Chennai
B. Kolkata
C. Delhi
D. Mumbai

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Victoria Memorial, built in memory of Queen Victoria, is situated in Kolkata (formerly Calcutta) and is a blend of British and Mughal architecture.

Question #3
The 'Seven Wonders of the World' includes which Indian monument?
A. Red Fort
B. Qutub Minar
C. Golden Temple
D. Taj Mahal

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
The Taj Mahal is one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.