Who among the following built the 'Jantar Mantar' observatories across northern India, including Delhi, Jaipur, and Varanasi? MCQ with Answer and Explanation
Who among the following built the 'Jantar Mantar' observatories across northern India, including Delhi, Jaipur, and Varanasi?
A. Raja Man Singh
B. Maharaja Ganga Singh
C. Maharaja Jaswant Singh
D. Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II of Jaipur built five astronomical observatories called 'Jantar Mantar' in New Delhi, Jaipur, Ujjain, Varanasi, and Mathura.
Explanation:
Mubarak Mahal (Welcome Palace) was built by Maharaja Madho Singh II in the late 19th century specifically as a reception hall for visiting dignitaries.
Explanation:
The Udayagiri and Khandagiri Caves are partly natural and partly artificial rock-cut caves of religious importance, located near Bhubaneswar, Odisha.
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