The historical Martand Sun Temple, now in ruins near Anantnag in Jammu & Kashmir, was commissioned by which prominent ruler of the Karkota dynasty? MCQ with Answer and Explanation
The historical Martand Sun Temple, now in ruins near Anantnag in Jammu & Kashmir, was commissioned by which prominent ruler of the Karkota dynasty?
A. Durlabhavardhana
B. Avantivarman
C. Lalitaditya Muktapida
D. Jayapida Vinayaditya
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The Martand Sun Temple was built by King Lalitaditya Muktapida during the 8th century AD, reflecting a magnificent fusion of Gandharan, Gupta, and local Kashmiri architectural styles.
Explanation:
Sultan Muhammad Quli Qutb Shah built the Charminar in 1591 to celebrate the end of a devastating plague epidemic in the city of Hyderabad.
Explanation:
Hawa Mahal, constructed by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh in 1799, features 953 small casements called jharokhas to allow cool air to circulate.
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