The Sun Temple at Modhera, noted for its magnificent step-tank (Surya Kund), was constructed during the reign of which dynasty? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The Sun Temple at Modhera, noted for its magnificent step-tank (Surya Kund), was constructed during the reign of which dynasty?
A. Paramara Dynasty
B. Chaulukya (Solanki) Dynasty
C. Rashtrakuta Dynasty
D. Pratihara Dynasty
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The Sun Temple at Modhera, Gujarat, was built in 1026-1027 AD during the reign of King Bhima I of the Chaulukya (Solanki) Dynasty.

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Practice More Important Monuments of India Questions

Question #1
The beautiful monument 'Jahaz Mahal' (Ship Palace), built between two artificial lakes to resemble a ship anchor, is located in which historic town?
A. Gwalior
B. Mandu
C. Burhanpur
D. Orchha

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Jahaz Mahal is situated in Mandu, Madhya Pradesh. It was built by Sultan Ghiyas-ud-din Khalji in the late 15th century between Munj Talao and Kapur Talao lakes.

Question #2
The historical fort 'Chittorgarh Fort' features a magnificent water reservoir. Which of the following is the most prominent stepwell reservoir inside it?
A. Rani Udayamati stepwell
B. Chand Baori
C. Suraj Kund
D. Gaumukh Kund

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
The Gaumukh Kund is a deep rock-cut water reservoir inside Chittorgarh Fort where water continuously flows from a spring shaped like a cow's mouth.

Question #3
The famous 'Sun Temple' of Modhera, which features a spectacular stepwell called Surya Kund, is located in which district of Gujarat?
A. Patan
B. Gandhinagar
C. Mehsana
D. Ahmedabad

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
The Sun Temple of Modhera is situated on the banks of the Pushpavati river in the Mehsana district of Gujarat, built during the Solanki dynasty reign of Bhima I.