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. Four wings
B. Seven wings
C. Three wings
D. Five wings
Answer: Option C
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.
The historic Mattancherry Palace in Kochi, Kerala, which features exquisite murals depicting ancient Hindu epics, is also commonly known by what alternative name?
Explanation:
Mattancherry Palace is known as the Dutch Palace. It was originally built by the Portuguese in 1555 and presented to Raja Veera Kerala Verma, but was later renovated extensively by the Dutch.
Explanation:
The mosque stands on the exact site of the historic Atala Devi Hindu temple, which was demolished by Firuz Shah Tughlaq and converted later by Ibrahim Shah Sharqi.
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