The world heritage monument 'Group of Monuments at Hampi' was capital of Vijayanagara Empire. Which river flows along its northern edge? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The world heritage monument 'Group of Monuments at Hampi' was capital of Vijayanagara Empire. Which river flows along its northern edge?
A. Tungabhadra River
B. Malaprabha River
C. Bhima River
D. Krishna River
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The rocky landscape of Hampi ruins is beautifully situated on the southern banks of the sacred Tungabhadra River in Karnataka.

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Practice More Important Monuments of India Questions

Question #1
The Shore Temple at Mahabalipuram is dedicated to which deities?
A. Brahma and Shiva
B. Vishnu and Lakshmi
C. Durga and Kali
D. Shiva and Vishnu

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
The Shore Temple complex at Mahabalipuram includes temples dedicated to Shiva and Vishnu.

Question #2
Which of the following rock-cut cave complexes in Maharashtra contains temples of Hindu, Buddhist, and Jain religions?
A. Ajanta Caves
B. Ellora Caves
C. Elephanta Caves
D. Karla Caves

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Ellora Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, have 34 caves representing Hindu, Buddhist, and Jain faiths, unlike Ajanta which is predominantly Buddhist.

Question #3
The famous Gol Gumbaz, featuring one of the largest dome structures in the world, is the mausoleum of which ruler?
A. Muhammad Adil Shah
B. Ibrahim Adil Shah II
C. Ali Adil Shah I
D. Sikandar Adil Shah

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Gol Gumbaz, located in Vijayapura (Bijapur), Karnataka, is the tomb of Muhammad Adil Shah, who ruled the Sultanate of Bijapur.