The monumental 'Meenakshi Amman Temple' complex features a sacred golden lotus tank inside its enclosure. What is this tank named? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The monumental 'Meenakshi Amman Temple' complex features a sacred golden lotus tank inside its enclosure. What is this tank named?
A. Kalyani
B. Pushkarani
C. Porthamarai Kulam
D. Surya Kund
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The temple pond is named 'Porthamarai Kulam' (Pond with the Golden Lotus), where devotees take ritual baths before offering prayers.

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Question #1
The historical fort 'Bekal Fort', a massive keyhole-shaped structure jutting out into the Arabian Sea, is located in which district of Kerala?
A. Kasaragod
B. Kannur
C. Wayanad
D. Kozhikode

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Bekal Fort is the largest fort in Kerala, uniquely shaped like a keyhole, situated in the Kasaragod district along the coastline.

Question #2
The unique 'Open Hand Monument' in Chandigarh, designed by Le Corbusier, is a symbolic metal structure that stands for which philosophy?
A. The absolute victory of democracy
B. The strength of non-alignment movement
C. The industrial progress of Punjab
D. Peace, reconciliation, and open to receive and give

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
The Open Hand (La Main Ouverte) is Chandigarh's official emblem, symbolizing the philosophy of 'open to receive and open to give' as a token of peace.

Question #3
The Jama Masjid in Delhi was built by which Mughal emperor?
A. Akbar
B. Aurangzeb
C. Jahangir
D. Shah Jahan

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
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