The monumental 'Bara Imambara' hall is completely unique in civil engineering because its massive roof is supported without which structural feature? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Question

The monumental 'Bara Imambara' hall is completely unique in civil engineering because its massive roof is supported without which structural feature?

A. Foundation deep piles

B. Mortar or binding cement

C. Pillars, beams, or any internal support columns

D. An outer brick vault layer

Answer: Option C

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

The central vaulted chamber of Bara Imambara is 50 meters long and 15 meters high, built entirely of interlocking brickwork without a single supporting pillar or beam.

This question belongs to: Static General Knowledge Important Monuments of India

Request complete Subject PDF

Discuss this Question (0)

No comments yet. Be the first to start the discussion!

Practice More Important Monuments of India Questions

Question #1

Share Report

The magnificent 'Tomb of Khan-i-Jahan Tilangani', considered the first octagonal tomb built in Delhi, belongs to which dynasty period?

A. Lodi Dynasty

B. Sayyid Dynasty

C. Tughlaq Dynasty

D. Mamluk Dynasty

View Answer & Solution Discuss

Get Complete Subject PDF for Static General Knowledge

Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Built in 1370 CE for the Prime Minister of Firoz Shah Tughlaq, this tomb introduced the octagonal design scheme later popular under Sayyids and Lodis.

This question belongs to: Static General Knowledge Important Monuments of India