Which of these is a rock-cut cave complex with Hindu, Buddhist, and Jain temples? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Which of these is a rock-cut cave complex with Hindu, Buddhist, and Jain temples?
A. Bagh Caves
B. Elephanta Caves
C. Ajanta Caves
D. Ellora Caves
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Ellora Caves showcase multiple religions' architecture.
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The unique 'Sidi Sayyed Mosque' was constructed during the final years of which independent sultanate before the Mughal conquest?
A. Malwa Sultanate
B. Khandesh Sultanate
C. Gujarat Sultanate
D. Bahmani Sultanate
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
The mosque was built in 1572-73 CE by Sidi Sayyed, an Abyssinian noble in the army of the last Sultan of the Gujarat Sultanate, Muzaffar Shah III.
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Question #2
The Shore Temple at Mahabalipuram was built by which Pallava king?
A. Narasimhavarman II
B. Paramesvaravarman I
C. Mahendravarman I
D. Narasimhavarman I
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Correct Answer: Option B

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The Shore Temple at Mahabalipuram was built by Pallava king Narasimhavarman II (also known as Rajasimha) in the 8th century.
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The famous historical site 'Udayagiri Caves' featuring Gupta-era rock carvings, including a famous Varaha avatar relief, is located in which state?
A. Uttar Pradesh
B. Maharashtra
C. Madhya Pradesh
D. Odisha
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Correct Answer: Option C

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The Hindu-Jain Udayagiri Caves of the Gupta period are located near Vidisha, Madhya Pradesh (Not to be confused with Udayagiri-Khandagiri in Odisha).
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