The rock shelter sites of Bhimbetka, famous for prehistoric cave paintings, are located in which district of Madhya Pradesh? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The rock shelter sites of Bhimbetka, famous for prehistoric cave paintings, are located in which district of Madhya Pradesh?
A. Raisen
B. Bhopal
C. Hoshangabad
D. Vidisha
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The Bhimbetka rock shelters, a UNESCO World Heritage site showcasing Paleolithic and Mesolithic cave art, are located in the Raisen district of Madhya Pradesh.
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The Adhai Din Ka Jhonpra mosque in Ajmer, Rajasthan, was constructed under the orders of Qutb-ud-din Aibak by converting what pre-existing structure?
A. A Rajput royal palace
B. A Buddhist monastery
C. A Sanskrit college and temple complex
D. A Jain temple sanctuary
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Correct Answer: Option C

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Adhai Din Ka Jhonpra was built by Qutb-ud-din Aibak in 1199 AD by converting a pre-existing Sanskrit college-cum-temple complex established by the Chauhan emperor Vigraharaja IV.
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The unique structural landmark 'Adhai Din Ka Jhonpra' in Ajmer was built by destroying or converting which preexisting ancient building?
A. A traditional Jain stepwell temple
B. A Sanskrit College and Saraswati Temple founded by Vigraharaja IV
C. A major Buddhist monastery complex
D. A Chandela dynasty fort citadel
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Correct Answer: Option B

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Qutb-ud-din Aibak converted a grand ancient Hindu-Jain Sanskrit learning college (Saraswati Kanthabharana) into a mosque, retaining many original carved pillars.
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The historic monument 'Jahaz Mahal' in Delhi, a prominent Lodhi-era structure, is located in which historic neighborhood?
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B. Lodhi Colony
C. Nizamuddin
D. Mehrauli
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Jahaz Mahal is located in Mehrauli, Delhi, right next to the Hauz-i-Shamsi lake, built during the Lodi dynasty period as a pleasure pavilion.
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