The iconic structural engineering marvel 'Howrah Bridge' over the Hooghly River in West Bengal belongs to which specific type of bridge classification? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The iconic structural engineering marvel 'Howrah Bridge' over the Hooghly River in West Bengal belongs to which specific type of bridge classification?
A. Cable-stayed bridge
B. Arch bridge
C. Suspension bridge
D. Balanced cantilever bridge
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The Howrah Bridge (Rabindra Setu) is a famous balanced cantilever bridge without any nuts and bolts, commissioned in 1943.

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Practice More Important Monuments of India Questions

Question #1
The Kashmiri Gate is a historic gate in which city?
A. Delhi
B. Jaipur
C. Agra
D. Srinagar

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Kashmiri Gate is one of the original gates of the walled city of Delhi, built by Shah Jahan, and is located in the northern part of the city.

Question #2
The monumental 'Leaning Temple of Huma' in Odisha leans at an angle towards which geographic feature?
A. Directly towards the north pole
B. The Mahanadi River bed
C. The nearby hill ridge
D. Away from the river flow

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
The Huma temple complex leans significantly towards the Mahanadi River, which flows right next to the foundation rock of the temple.

Question #3
The Brihadisvara Temple at Thanjavur, a masterpiece of Dravidian architecture, was completed in 1010 AD by which monarch?
A. Rajendra Chola I
B. Aditya Chola I
C. Kulothunga Chola I
D. Rajaraja Chola I

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
The Brihadisvara Temple (also known as Rajarajeswaram) was built by the Chola Emperor Rajaraja Chola I between 1003 and 1010 AD.