The Shore Temple at Mahabalipuram was built by which Pallava king? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The Shore Temple at Mahabalipuram was built by which Pallava king?
A. Narasimhavarman I
B. Paramesvaravarman I
C. Mahendravarman I
D. Narasimhavarman II
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The Shore Temple at Mahabalipuram was built by Pallava king Narasimhavarman II (also known as Rajasimha) in the 8th century.

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The Rock Garden in Chandigarh was created by whom?
A. Edwin Lutyens
B. Le Corbusier
C. Charles Correa
D. Nek Chand

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
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In which city is the famous 'Safdarjung Tomb', the last monumental garden-tomb built in the style of Mughal architecture, located?
A. Faizabad
B. Lucknow
C. Agra
D. Delhi

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Safdarjung Tomb is located in New Delhi. It was built in 1754 for Nawab Safdarjung, the Prime Minister of the Mughal Empire, and marks the final sunset of grand Mughal garden architecture.

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A. Nehru Memorial Museum and Library (NMML) / Prime Ministers' Museum
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C. National Science Centre
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Correct Answer: Option A


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