Q31. The Sanchi Stupa, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is important for its representation of:
a) Hindu temple architecture
b) Buddhist monuments and stupas
c) Islamic architectural innovation
d) Jain temple architecture
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Correct Answer: b) Buddhist monuments and stupas
Q32. The Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is notable for its:
a) Prehistoric cave paintings
b) Unique landscape of archaeological, historic, and living cultural heritage sites
c) Desert landscape
d) Marine biodiversity
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Correct Answer: b) Unique landscape of archaeological, historic, and living cultural heritage sites
Q33. The Manas Wildlife Sanctuary, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is recognized for its:
a) Urban architectural heritage
b) Exceptional biodiversity and efforts in wildlife conservation
c) Ancient water management systems
d) Prehistoric cave paintings
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Correct Answer: b) Exceptional biodiversity and efforts in wildlife conservation
Q34. The Jantar Mantar in Jaipur, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is recognized for its:
a) Collection of architectural astronomical instruments
b) Rock-cut architecture
c) Medieval fortifications
d) Prehistoric cave paintings
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Correct Answer: a) Collection of architectural astronomical instruments
Q35. The Churches and Convents of Goa, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, are important for their:
a) Example of Baroque architecture
b) Influence on the development of modern urban planning
c) Representation of the cultural exchange between the East and the West
d) Ancient water management system
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Correct Answer: c) Representation of the cultural exchange between the East and the West
Q36. The Red Fort Complex in Delhi was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its:
a) Example of Mughal architectural innovation and power
b) Ancient astronomical observatory
c) Prehistoric cave paintings
d) Traditional water management systems
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Correct Answer: a) Example of Mughal architectural innovation and power
Q37. The Humayun’s Tomb in Delhi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is recognized for being:
a) The first garden-tomb on the Indian subcontinent
b) A prehistoric site with cave paintings
c) An ancient water management system
d) A medieval fortification
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Correct Answer: a) The first garden-tomb on the Indian subcontinent
Q38. The Konark Sun Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is celebrated for its:
a) Representation of a chariot with 24 wheels
b) Medieval fortifications
c) Ancient water management system
d) Prehistoric cave paintings
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Correct Answer: a) Representation of a chariot with 24 wheels
Q39. The Konark Sun Temple is dedicated to which Hindu deity?
a) Vishnu
b) Shiva
c) Surya
d) Brahma
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Correct Answer: c) Surya
Explanation: The Konark Sun Temple is dedicated to the Hindu Sun God, Surya. This 13th-century temple, located in Odisha, India, is a significant monument in Hindu architecture and is celebrated for its intricate carvings and architectural grandeur. The temple’s design, resembling a colossal chariot with 24 wheels pulled by seven horses, symbolizes the movement of Surya across the heavens.
Q40. What architectural style is the Konark Sun Temple known for?
a) Gupta architecture
b) Kalinga architecture
c) Dravidian architecture
d) Indo-Islamic architecture
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Correct Answer: b) Kalinga architecture
Explanation: The Konark Sun Temple is an exemplary representation of Kalinga architecture, a style that flourished in the ancient Kalinga region, now modern-day Odisha. This architectural style is characterized by its intricate artwork, thematic stone carvings, and monumental structures, all of which are vividly showcased in the design and construction of the Konark Sun Temple.
Q41. In which century was the Konark Sun Temple constructed?
a) 10th century
b) 11th century
c) 12th century
d) 13th century
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Correct Answer: d) 13th century
Explanation: The Konark Sun Temple was constructed in the 13th century, under the patronage of King Narasimhadeva I of the Eastern Ganga Dynasty. This period marks a significant era in the history of Odisha and the Kalinga region, with the temple serving as a monumental testament to the architectural and cultural achievements of the time.
Q42. What unique feature is associated with the design of the Konark Sun Temple?
a) It is built entirely underground.
b) It features a floating dome.
c) It is designed in the form of a colossal chariot.
d) It has a revolving statue of Surya
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Correct Answer: c) It is designed in the form of a colossal chariot.