The historic Mattancherry Palace in Kochi, Kerala, which features exquisite murals depicting ancient Hindu epics, is also commonly known by what alternative name? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The historic Mattancherry Palace in Kochi, Kerala, which features exquisite murals depicting ancient Hindu epics, is also commonly known by what alternative name?
A. British Residency
B. French Palace
C. Portuguese Palace
D. Dutch Palace
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
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.

Discuss this Question (0)

No comments yet. Be the first to start the discussion!

Practice More Important Monuments of India Questions

Question #1
Which of the following statements is correct regarding the famous Kailashnath Temple (Cave 16) at Ellora?
A. It belongs to the Hinayana sect of Buddhism.
B. It was built by cutting a single rock from top to bottom.
C. It was built under the patronage of the Pallava King Rajasimha.
D. It was constructed by joining structural stone blocks brought from outside.

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
The Kailashnath Temple (Cave 16) at Ellora is a monolithic structure excavated out of a single rock hill from the top downwards under the Rashtrakuta King Krishna I.

Question #2
Which monument was the residence of Mughal emperors for nearly 200 years?
A. Lahore Fort
B. Fatehpur Sikri
C. Red Fort
D. Agra Fort

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
The Red Fort in Delhi served as the main residence until 1857.

Question #3
The iconic 'Gateway of India' in Mumbai was built to commemorate the arrival of which royal figures to India?
A. King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra
B. Queen Victoria and Prince Albert
C. King George V and Queen Mary
D. King George VI and Queen Elizabeth

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
The Gateway of India was constructed to commemorate the visit of King George V and Queen Mary to Mumbai (then Bombay) prior to the Delhi Durbar of 1911.