The unique 'Atala Masjid' in Jaunpur was built using structural materials recovered from the ruins of which pre-existing temple? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The unique 'Atala Masjid' in Jaunpur was built using structural materials recovered from the ruins of which pre-existing temple?
A. Martand Temple
B. Atala Devi Temple
C. Chandela Sun Shrines
D. Kannauj Imperial Palace
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The mosque stands on the exact site of the historic Atala Devi Hindu temple, which was demolished by Firuz Shah Tughlaq and converted later by Ibrahim Shah Sharqi.

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Practice More Important Monuments of India Questions

Question #1
Aihole is known as the 'cradle of Indian temple architecture'. It is in which state?
A. Maharashtra
B. Gujarat
C. Karnataka
D. Rajasthan

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Aihole, in Karnataka, is called the 'cradle of Indian temple architecture' because of its numerous early Chalukyan temples that experimented with styles.

Question #2
Which monument was the residence of Mughal emperors for nearly 200 years?
A. Lahore Fort
B. Fatehpur Sikri
C. Red Fort
D. Agra Fort

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
The Red Fort in Delhi served as the main residence until 1857.

Question #3
The India Gate in New Delhi was built to commemorate the soldiers who died in which war?
A. World War II
B. Battle of Plassey
C. First World War and Third Anglo-Afghan War
D. Second Anglo-Sikh War

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
India Gate, designed by Edwin Lutyens, commemorates Indian soldiers who died in WWI and the Third Anglo-Afghan War. An eternal flame burns beneath it.