The spectacular structural monument 'Vittala Temple' at Hampi is famous for its 56 musical pillars. What are these pillars scientifically called? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The spectacular structural monument 'Vittala Temple' at Hampi is famous for its 56 musical pillars. What are these pillars scientifically called?
A. Vedic Pillars
B. Saregama Pillars (Acoustic Lithophones)
C. Echo columns
D. Resonance Pillars
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The pillars of the Vittala Temple emit musical notes when tapped gently and are classical examples of lithophones (musical stones), popularly called Saregama pillars.

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Practice More Important Monuments of India Questions

Question #1
The temple complex declared a UNESCO site in 1986 includes:
A. Khajuraho
B. Hampi
C. Both
D. Konark

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Both Khajuraho and Hampi are UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Question #2
The beautiful structural monument 'Sun Temple of Konark' is oriented in such a way that the first rays of the sun strike which specific part of the temple?
A. The southern wheel
B. The summit kalasa
C. The main entrance/garbhagriha area
D. The dance hall (Natya Mandap)

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
The temple was designed with immaculate astronomical precision so that the dawn sun rays would pass directly across the horizon and illuminate the inner sanctum.

Question #3
Hawa Mahal, also known as the Palace of Winds, is located in which city?
A. Jaipur
B. Udaipur
C. Jodhpur
D. Bikaner

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Hawa Mahal is in Jaipur, Rajasthan. Built in 1799 by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh, it has 953 windows for royal women to observe street life.