The historical landmark 'Gateway of India' was designed by George Wittet. Who was the master constructor firm that completed the engineering work? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The historical landmark 'Gateway of India' was designed by George Wittet. Who was the master constructor firm that completed the engineering work?
A. British India Works Corp
B. Shapoorji Pallonji & Co.
C. Larsen & Toubro
D. Gammon India
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The structural construction engineering contract for the iconic Gateway of India was successfully executed by the legendary firm Shapoorji Pallonji.
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The historic 'Hazarduari Palace' features a world-renowned museum armory. Which historic weapon of Nawab Siraj-ud-Daulah is preserved there?
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B. His steel helmet
C. His personal state sword
D. His heavy war shield
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Correct Answer: Option C

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The museum inside Hazarduari Palace preserves the authentic personal sword used by Nawab Siraj-ud-Daulah during the Battle of Plassey.
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The grand structural monument 'Chidambaram Nataraja Temple', famous for depicting the 108 karanas of Bharatanatyam, is located in which state?
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Correct Answer: Option B

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The Thillai Nataraja Temple at Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu, is a highly sacred Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva in his cosmic dance form.
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The famous Konark Sun Temple in Odisha, frequently referred to as the 'Black Pagoda', was built by which ruler of the Eastern Ganga Dynasty?
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