The iconic monument 'Gol Gumbaz' in Bijapur features a world-famous interior structural element known as: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The iconic monument 'Gol Gumbaz' in Bijapur features a world-famous interior structural element known as:
A. The Crystal Portal
B. The Hanging Pylon
C. The Whispering Gallery
D. The Lattice Vault
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The interior dome of the Gol Gumbaz houses the 'Whispering Gallery'. Due to the building's acoustic design, even the softest sound made on one side can be clearly heard across the dome.

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Question #1
Who was the last Hindu ruler of the Vijayanagara Empire?
A. Sriranga III
B. Aravidu dynasty
C. Venkata III
D. All of the above

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Sriranga III was the last ruler, and he was Hindu.

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Question #2
The 'Chishti' order's headquarters in India was at:
A. None
B. Both (Ajmer for Moinuddin, Delhi for Nizamuddin)
C. Ajmer
D. Delhi

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Moinuddin Chishti's dargah is in Ajmer, but Nizamuddin Auliya's is in Delhi, both are major centers.

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Which of the following was the main port of the Bahmani kingdom?
A. Dabhol
B. Goa
C. Calicut
D. Cochin

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Dabhol (also called Dabul) was the principal port of the Bahmani kingdom, facilitating maritime trade.

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