Wonders of India — Set 2
Famous Places · भारत के अजूबे · Questions 11–20 of 50
The Sun Temple at Konark is designed in the shape of a colossal chariot with how many pairs of wheels?
Correct Answer: D. 12
The Konark Sun Temple features 12 pairs of intricately carved stone wheels representing the months of the year. This 13th-century masterpiece was built by King Narasimhadeva I of the Eastern Ganga Dynasty. It is also known as the 'Black Pagoda'.
Which forest is the only UNESCO Natural World Heritage site in West Bengal?
Correct Answer: A. Sundarbans
The Sundarbans National Park is the world's largest mangrove forest and a UNESCO site. It is home to the Royal Bengal Tiger and numerous endangered species. The area is characterized by a complex network of tidal waterways and mudflats.
The Rock Shelters of Bhimbetka demonstrate the earliest traces of human life in India through paintings of which era?
Correct Answer: D. Mesolithic
Bhimbetka paintings mostly date back to the Mesolithic period and show scenes of hunting and dancing. The site is located in the Raisen District of Madhya Pradesh within the Vindhya Range. It was discovered by archaeologist V.S. Wakankar in 1957.
Which UNESCO World Heritage site in Delhi was built by a widow in memory of her husband?
Correct Answer: A. Humayun's Tomb
Humayun's Tomb was commissioned by Empress Bega Begum in 1565. It was the first garden-tomb on the Indian subcontinent and influenced the design of the Taj Mahal. The architecture is a blend of Persian and Indian styles.
The Group of Monuments at Pattadakal in Karnataka represents a harmonious blend of which two architectural styles?
Correct Answer: A. Nagara and Dravida
Pattadakal features temples built in both the northern Nagara and southern Dravida styles. It served as a site for the coronation of Chalukya kings in the 7th and 8th centuries. The Virupaksha Temple is the most prominent monument at this site.
Which state houses the Great Himalayan National Park Conservation Area?
Correct Answer: D. Himachal Pradesh
The Great Himalayan National Park is located in the Kullu region of Himachal Pradesh. It was added to the UNESCO list in 2014 for its high-altitude biodiversity. The park protects the habitats of many threatened species like the Western Tragopan.
The Great Living Chola Temples include the Brihadisvara Temple at Thanjavur and which other location?
Correct Answer: A. Gangaikonda Cholapuram
This UNESCO site includes Brihadisvara at Thanjavur, Brihadisvara at Gangaikonda Cholapuram, and Airavatesvara at Darasuram. These temples represent the pinnacle of Dravidian architecture achieved by the Chola Empire. They were built between the 11th and 12th centuries.
Which Indian observatory, built by Maharaja Jai Singh II, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site?
Correct Answer: D. Jantar Mantar, Jaipur
The Jantar Mantar in Jaipur is the largest and best-preserved of the five observatories built by the king. It features the world's largest stone sundial, the Samrat Yantra. It was inscribed by UNESCO in 2010 as a masterpiece of astronomical intelligence.
The Sacred Ensembles of the Hoysalas, a 2023 UNESCO entry, are located in which state?
Correct Answer: A. Karnataka
The ensembles include the famous temples at Belur, Halebidu, and Somanathapura. They are known for their unique star-shaped plans and soapstone carvings. These monuments were built by the Hoysala Empire between the 11th and 14th centuries.
Which UNESCO site in India is famous for being the only place in the world where the Asiatic Lion is found?
Correct Answer: D. Gir National Park
Gir National Park in Gujarat is the final refuge of the Asiatic Lion. Although it is on the UNESCO tentative list, it is globally recognized as a natural wonder for lion conservation. The ecosystem is a mix of dry deciduous forest and savannah.