The monolithic statue of Gommateshwara (Lord Bahubali) at Shravanabelagola, a critical Jain pilgrimage destination, was commissioned in the 10th century by which prime minister? MCQ with Answer and Explanation
The monolithic statue of Gommateshwara (Lord Bahubali) at Shravanabelagola, a critical Jain pilgrimage destination, was commissioned in the 10th century by which prime minister?
A. Amoghavarsha
B. Bhadrabahu
C. Hemachandra
D. Chavundaraya
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The massive 57-foot tall statue of Gommateshwara was constructed around 981 AD by Chavundaraya, a brilliant military commander and prime minister under the Western Ganga Dynasty.
Explanation:
The Stone Chariot at Hampi is located inside the Vittala Temple complex, which is dedicated to Lord Vittala, an incarnation of Lord Vishnu.
Bibi Ka Maqbara, a prominent Mughal monument in Aurangabad (Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar) that heavily resembles the Taj Mahal, was built by which prince?
Explanation:
Bibi Ka Maqbara was built by Prince Azam Shah, the son of Aurangzeb, in memory of his mother, Dilras Banu Begum (posthumously known as Rabia-ud-Daurani).
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