The historic 'Mattancherry Palace' in Kochi features an extensive collection of murals. These murals are highly regarded for depicting scenes from which epics? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The historic 'Mattancherry Palace' in Kochi features an extensive collection of murals. These murals are highly regarded for depicting scenes from which epics?
A. The life history of Lord Buddha
B. Ramayana, Mahabharata, and Puranic legends
C. Sangam literature epics
D. The arrival of Portuguese explorers
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The walls of the Mattancherry Palace feature exceptional, colorful tempera mural art depicting scenes from the Ramayana, Mahabharata, and the Krishna Lila.

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Practice More Important Monuments of India Questions

Question #1
The historic monument 'Jantar Mantar' in Jaipur contains the world's largest stone sundial. What is the specific name of this instrument?
A. Misra Yantra
B. Jai Prakash Yantra
C. Vrihat Samrat Yantra
D. Ram Yantra

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
The Vrihat Samrat Yantra (Great King of Instruments) is a massive equinoctial sundial standing 27 meters high, capable of measuring local time accurate to two seconds.

Question #2
The architectural landmark Bara Imambara in Lucknow, famous for its incredible pillarless central hall and intricate Bhool Bhulaiya labyrinth, was commissioned by which Nawab of Awadh?
A. Saadat Ali Khan
B. Shuja-ud-Daula
C. Wajid Ali Shah
D. Asaf-ud-Daula

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Bara Imambara was built in 1784 by Nawab Asaf-ud-Daula as a major famine-relief employment project for the people of Awadh.

Question #3
The musical pillars of the Vittala Temple are a feature of which empire's architecture?
A. Vijayanagara
B. Hoysala
C. Chola
D. Kakatiya

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
The Vittala Temple in Hampi is renowned for its musical pillars, which produce different notes when tapped, a hallmark of Vijayanagara architecture.