The unique structural monument 'Kanchipuram Kailasanathar Temple' features carving reliefs depicting which unique dance form of Lord Shiva? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The unique structural monument 'Kanchipuram Kailasanathar Temple' features carving reliefs depicting which unique dance form of Lord Shiva?
A. Ananda Tandava
B. Odissi positions
C. Kathakali mudras
D. Lalita Tandava and Samhara Tandava
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The Pallava art at Kailasanathar temple captures dynamic early classical positions of Shiva's martial and graceful dance expressions (Tandava forms).

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Practice More Important Monuments of India Questions

Question #1
The historic 'Victoria Memorial' in Kolkata features a famous rotating bronze statue atop its main central dome. Which figure does it represent?
A. The Spirit of Peace
B. Queen Victoria
C. Goddess Britannia
D. The Angel of Victory

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Atop the main dome of the Victoria Memorial stands a 16-foot-tall figure of the 'Angel of Victory', which rotates with the direction of the wind.

Question #2
In which city is the famous 'Basoohli Fort' or the historic historical stepwell structures of Jammu region located?
A. Jammu
B. Udhampur
C. Kathua
D. Samba

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
The historic town of Basholi, famous for its fort ruins and schools of miniature paintings, is located in the Kathua district of Jammu and Kashmir UT.

Question #3
The unique structural landmark 'Adhai Din Ka Jhonpra' in Ajmer was built by destroying or converting which preexisting ancient building?
A. A Sanskrit College and Saraswati Temple founded by Vigraharaja IV
B. A major Buddhist monastery complex
C. A traditional Jain stepwell temple
D. A Chandela dynasty fort citadel

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Qutb-ud-din Aibak converted a grand ancient Hindu-Jain Sanskrit learning college (Saraswati Kanthabharana) into a mosque, retaining many original carved pillars.