Which monument is known as the 'Symbol of Love'? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which monument is known as the 'Symbol of Love'?
A. Red Fort
B. Qutub Minar
C. Taj Mahal
D. Humayun's Tomb
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The Taj Mahal was built by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal and is universally recognized as a symbol of love.

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Practice More Important Monuments of India Questions

Question #1
The famous 'Tomb of Ghiyasuddin Azam Shah', a notable monument of the Sultanate period of Bengal, is situated in which historical city?
A. Gaur
B. Sonargaon
C. Pandua
D. Murshidabad

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
The tomb of Sultan Ghiyasuddin Azam Shah, featuring fine black basalt stone carvings, is located in Sonargaon, Bangladesh (historic Bengal capital).

Question #2
The unique structural monument 'Kanchipuram Kailasanathar Temple' is completely surrounded by which unique perimeter element?
A. A series of continuous open stepwells
B. A continuous sub-enclosure containing 58 miniature shrines decorated with frescoes
C. A thick ring wall made of black basalt
D. A deep water moat filled with crocodiles

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
The temple compound wall features a unique architectural layout consisting of 58 small cell-like sub-shrines dedicated to various aspects of Shiva.

Question #3
The iconic monument 'Gatway of India' in Mumbai is entirely constructed from which specific local geological building material?
A. Makrana marble
B. Red sandstone
C. Pink granite
D. Yellow basalt stone

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
The Gateway of India was constructed out of yellow basalt stone mixed with reinforced concrete, sourced locally from quarries in Mumbai and surrounding areas.