The world-famous 'Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus' building features a prominent dome crowned by a statue holding which item? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The world-famous 'Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus' building features a prominent dome crowned by a statue holding which item?
A. The scale of justice
B. A flaming torch of progress
C. The national tricolor flag
D. A laurel wreath and wheel
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The grand central ribs dome of CSMT features a colossal figure of a woman representing 'Progress', holding a torch pointing high into the sky.

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Practice More Important Monuments of India Questions

Question #1
Meenakshi Temple is located in which city?
A. Kanchipuram
B. Madurai
C. Chennai
D. Thanjavur

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
The Meenakshi Temple in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, is dedicated to Goddess Meenakshi and Lord Sundareswarar.

Question #2
The Bibi Ka Maqbara is often called the 'Taj Mahal of the Deccan' and is located in which city?
A. Pune
B. Bijapur
C. Aurangabad
D. Hyderabad

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Bibi Ka Maqbara in Aurangabad was built by Aurangzeb's son for his mother.

Question #3
The ancient site of Vikramashila Mahavihara, a premier center of Buddhist learning in early medieval India, was founded by which Pala king?
A. Mahipala
B. Dharmapala
C. Devapala
D. Gopala

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Vikramashila was established by the Pala King Dharmapala in the late 8th or early 9th century AD in response to a perceived decline in the quality of education at Nalanda.