Which of these is located on the banks of the Yamuna River? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of these is located on the banks of the Yamuna River?
A. Taj Mahal
B. Red Fort
C. Qutub Minar
D. Both
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Both Taj Mahal and Red Fort are situated along the Yamuna in their respective cities.

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Question #1
Which is the correct pair: Konark Sun Temple - Location?
A. Konark, Odisha
B. Cuttack, Odisha
C. Bhubaneswar, Odisha
D. Puri, Odisha

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
The Konark Sun Temple is in Konark, Odisha.

Question #2
The monumental 'Asafi Imambara' (Bara Imambara) roof is composed of thick concrete layers made from local structural mixes containing which elements?
A. Interlocking slate sheets without any binding mortar
B. Imported volcanic ash mortar matrix
C. Rice husk, jaggery, urad dal, and lime plaster
D. Crushed granite dust mixed with cow dung paste

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
The roof concrete is an indigenous Awadhi mix using brick dust, lime, organic jaggery syrup, and boiled pulses (urad dal) to reduce overall weight while maximizing tensile strength.

Question #3
Which Mughal emperor shifted his capital from Fatehpur Sikri to Lahore?
A. Jahangir
B. Akbar
C. Aurangzeb
D. Shah Jahan

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
After abandoning Fatehpur Sikri due to water shortage, Akbar shifted his capital to Lahore in 1585.