The iconic Lingaraja Temple, a towering milestone of Kalinga style Hindu temple architecture, dominates the landscape of which historic city? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The iconic Lingaraja Temple, a towering milestone of Kalinga style Hindu temple architecture, dominates the landscape of which historic city?
A. Puri
B. Bhubaneswar
C. Cuttack
D. Sambalpur
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The Lingaraja Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva as Harihara, is located in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, and was constructed by the Somavamsi dynasty rulers (with major inputs by Jayati Keshari).

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Practice More Important Monuments of India Questions

Question #1
The historical 'Golra Sharif' or the monument 'Ziarat Baba Reshi' aside, which district houses the historic 'Bahu Fort', home to the famous Bawe Wali Mata temple?
A. Udhampur
B. Jammu
C. Kathua
D. Reasi

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
The Bahu Fort is a historic fort built on the banks of the Tawi River in Jammu city, originally constructed by Raja Bahu Lochan.

Question #2
The Vitthala Temple is located in which UNESCO site?
A. Konark
B. Khajuraho
C. Pattadakal
D. Hampi

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Vitthala Temple, famous for its musical pillars and stone chariot, is a major attraction within the ruins of Hampi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Question #3
Which monument is the largest brick minaret in the world?
A. Qutub Minar
B. Gol Gumbaz
C. Charminar
D. Minar-e-Pakistan

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Qutub Minar in Delhi, standing 73 metres tall, is the world's largest brick minaret and is made of red sandstone and marble.