The historic 'Chhota Imambara' in Lucknow, also known as the Palace of Lights, was constructed by which Nawab of Awadh? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The historic 'Chhota Imambara' in Lucknow, also known as the Palace of Lights, was constructed by which Nawab of Awadh?
A. Wajid Ali Shah
B. Ghazi-ud-din Haider
C. Asaf-ud-Daula
D. Muhammad Ali Shah
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The Chhota Imambara was built by Muhammad Ali Shah, the third Nawab of Awadh, in 1838 as a congregation hall for Shia Muslims.
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The fort known for its 'Imambara' is:
A. Bara Imambara in Lucknow
B. Red Fort
C. Mehrangarh Fort
D. Golconda Fort
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Correct Answer: Option A

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Bara Imambara in Lucknow was built by Nawab Asaf-ud-Daula.
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The Sanchi Stupa was originally built by which Mauryan emperor?
A. Chandragupta Maurya
B. Samudragupta
C. Ashoka
D. Bindusara
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Correct Answer: Option C

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The Great Stupa at Sanchi was originally commissioned by Emperor Ashoka in the 3rd century BCE to enshrine relics of the Buddha.
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The historical fort 'Amer Fort' in Jaipur is connected by a subterranean fortified passage to which adjacent military fort?
A. Jaigarh Fort
B. Nahargarh Fort
C. Chittorgarh Fort
D. Mehrangarh Fort
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Correct Answer: Option A

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Amer Fort and Jaigarh Fort are located on the same Cheel ka Teela hill range and are connected by an underground passage meant for royal escape.
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