Q31. The Jantar Mantar, an astronomical observatory built by Maharaja Jai Singh II, is located in which city?
a) New Delhi
b) Jaipur
c) Ujjain
d) Varanasi
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Correct Answer: b) Jaipur
Explanation: The Jantar Mantar in Jaipur, Rajasthan, is one of the five astronomical observatories built by Maharaja Jai Singh II. It features the world’s largest stone sundial and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Q32. The Gomateshwara Statue, associated with Lord Bahubali, is located in which Indian state?
a) Karnataka
b) Tamil Nadu
c) Andhra Pradesh
d) Maharashtra
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Correct Answer: a) Karnataka
Explanation: The Gomateshwara Statue is located in Karnataka, at Shravanabelagola. It is a 57-foot tall monolithic statue of Lord Bahubali and is considered one of the most important pilgrimage destinations for Jains.
Q33. The Rock Garden, a sculpture garden created by Nek Chand, is located in which city?
a) Chandigarh
b) Jaipur
c) Bhopal
d) Pune
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Correct Answer: a) Chandigarh
Explanation: The Rock Garden is located in Chandigarh. It is a sculpture garden created by Nek Chand using industrial and home waste and thrown-away items. It is a unique example of innovation and recycling.
Q34. The Sun Temple at Modhera, built by the Chalukya dynasty, is located in which Indian state?
a) Gujarat
b) Rajasthan
c) Odisha
d) Madhya Pradesh
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Correct Answer: a) Gujarat
Explanation: The Sun Temple at Modhera is located in Gujarat. It was built by King Bhima I of the Chalukya dynasty in the 11th century and is dedicated to the Sun God, Surya.
Q35. The Mehrangarh Fort, one of the largest forts in India, is located in which city?
a) Jodhpur
b) Jaipur
c) Udaipur
d) Bikaner
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Correct Answer: a) Jodhpur
Explanation: The Mehrangarh Fort is located in Jodhpur, Rajasthan. It is one of the largest forts in India and is known for its impressive architecture and rich history.
Q36. The Lotus Temple, a Bahá’í House of Worship notable for its flowerlike shape, is located in which city?
a) New Delhi
b) Mumbai
c) Kolkata
d) Bangalore
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Correct Answer: a) New Delhi
Explanation: The Lotus Temple is located in New Delhi. It is a Bahá’í House of Worship notable for its flowerlike shape and has become a prominent attraction in the city.
Q37. The Ajanta Caves, famous for their Buddhist rock-cut architecture and paintings, are located in which Indian state?
a) Maharashtra
b) Madhya Pradesh
c) Karnataka
d) Andhra Pradesh
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Correct Answer: a) Maharashtra
Explanation: The Ajanta Caves are located in Maharashtra. They are famous for their Buddhist rock-cut architecture and exquisite paintings that date back to the 2nd century BCE to about 480 CE.
Q38. The Brihadeeswarar Temple, also known as the Big Temple, built by Raja Raja Chola I, is located in which city?
a) Thanjavur
b) Madurai
c) Kanchipuram
d) Rameswaram
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Correct Answer: a) Thanjavur
Explanation: The Brihadeeswarar Temple is located in Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu. Also known as the Big Temple, it was built by Raja Raja Chola I and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Q39. The Dargah of Sufi saint Moinuddin Chishti, a famous pilgrimage site, is located in which city?
a) Ajmer
b) Hyderabad
c) Lucknow
d) Srinagar
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Correct Answer: a) Ajmer
Explanation: The Dargah of Sufi saint Moinuddin Chishti, also known as Ajmer Sharif, is located in Ajmer, Rajasthan. It is a famous pilgrimage site for people of all faiths, especially during the annual Urs festival.
Q40. The Eden Gardens, one of the oldest and most iconic cricket stadiums in India, is located in which city?
a) Kolkata
b) Mumbai
c) Chennai
d) Bangalore
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Correct Answer: a) Kolkata
Explanation: The Eden Gardens is located in Kolkata, West Bengal. It is one of the oldest and most iconic cricket stadiums in India and has hosted numerous historic matches since its establishment in 1864.