Forts & Palaces — Set 12
Rajasthan GK · किले और महल · Questions 111–120 of 160
The tourist attraction 'Jantar Mantar' in Jaipur is located near which structure?
Correct Answer: C. City Palace
Jantar Mantar in Jaipur is located near the City Palace complex. It was built by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II in 1734 AD as an astronomical observatory. It contains 19 architectural astronomical instruments and is the largest stone observatory in the world. Jantar Mantar has been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It was built at the same time as the City Palace when Jai Singh II moved his capital to Jaipur.
Which Rajput queen's 'Mahal' (palace) in Chittorgarh Fort is a popular tourist attraction associated with her devotion to Krishna?
Correct Answer: B. Meera Bai's Temple-Mahal
Meerabai's Temple-Mahal in Chittorgarh Fort is associated with the famous saint-poetess Meerabai, who was a princess of the Rathore clan and wife of Crown Prince Bhojraj of Mewar. She was a devoted bhakta (devotee) of Lord Krishna and composed hundreds of devotional songs (bhajans). After her husband's death, she renounced royal life and devoted herself entirely to Krishna bhakti. Her life and songs remain an inspiration to millions.
How many palaces are within the Mehrangarh Fort complex?
Correct Answer: C. 7
The Mehrangarh Fort complex contains approximately 7 main palaces including Moti Mahal (Pearl Palace), Phool Mahal (Flower Palace), Sheesh Mahal (Mirror Palace), Sileh Khana (Armory), Daulat Khana (Treasury), Janki Mahal, and Zenana Mahal (Women's Palace). Each palace was built by different Maharajas over the centuries. Together they form one of the most comprehensive royal fort-palace complexes in Rajasthan.
The 'three Jauhars' of Chittorgarh occurred in which three years?
Correct Answer: A. 1303, 1535, 1568
The three major Jauhars (mass self-immolations) at Chittorgarh Fort occurred in 1303 AD (during Alauddin Khilji's attack, led by Rani Padmini), 1535 AD (during Bahadur Shah of Gujarat's attack, led by Rani Karnavati/Karmavati), and 1568 AD (during Akbar's attack, third Jauhar). Each Jauhar represents a moment when the Rajput women chose death over dishonor. These events are deeply embedded in Rajasthani folk memory and culture.
The Amber Fort's elephant rides have been a subject of controversy due to?
Correct Answer: B. Animal welfare concerns for the elephants
The elephant rides at Amber Fort have been controversial due to animal welfare concerns. Animal rights organizations have raised issues about the health conditions, overworking, and treatment of elephants used for tourist rides. Following court orders and animal welfare concerns, authorities introduced regulations limiting and modifying the elephant ride operations. The debate continues between heritage tourism traditions and modern animal welfare standards.
Sariska Fort (Kankwari Fort) is located in which national park of Rajasthan?
Correct Answer: B. Sariska Tiger Reserve
Kankwari Fort is located inside the Sariska Tiger Reserve in Alwar district of Rajasthan. It is a historic fort built on a rocky hill in the middle of the tiger reserve forest. The Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb reportedly imprisoned his brother Dara Shikoh here. The fort can be visited by tourists on jeep safaris inside the Sariska Tiger Reserve.
Which fort in Rajasthan is known for its underground wells and chambers that could sustain a siege for years?
Correct Answer: A. Jaisalmer Fort
Jaisalmer Fort is known for having 99 bastions, multiple water cisterns, and storage facilities that could sustain a prolonged siege. The fort has underground wells and a sophisticated water management system. As a living fort on a trade route (Silk Road), it needed to be self-sufficient. The fort's strategic location in the Thar Desert made water storage particularly crucial for survival.
The Amber Fort complex is spread over how many square kilometres?
Correct Answer: C. 4 sq km
The Amber Fort complex is spread over approximately 4 square kilometres and includes the main fort, several palaces, gardens, and the garden complex of Dilkusha Bagh. The fort was built and expanded over several generations of Kachwaha rulers. It includes Amber Palace, Jaigarh Fort (connected by an underground tunnel), the garden, and the town of Amber below. The entire hillside was strategically fortified.
Taragarh Fort in Bundi is also known as?
Correct Answer: A. Star Fort
Taragarh Fort in Bundi is known as 'Star Fort' because of its star-shaped plan. Note that Ajmer also has a fort called Taragarh. The Bundi Taragarh Fort was built in 1354 AD by Rao Deva Hara. It is located on a steep hill above Bundi town and contains three large reservoirs supplying water to the fort. The fort also has a large step-well and the famous 'Bhim Burj' cannon.
Which fort has the inscription 'Jaswant Thada' memorial and is associated with Jodhpur's royal family?
Correct Answer: B. Mehrangarh Fort vicinity
Jaswant Thada is a white marble cenotaph (memorial) located near Mehrangarh Fort in Jodhpur. It was built in 1899 AD in memory of Maharaja Jaswant Singh II by his son Maharaja Sardar Singh. The cenotaph is made of fine white Makrana marble and is sometimes called the 'Taj Mahal of Marwar'. It is surrounded by a garden and small lake and serves as the cremation ground for the Jodhpur royal family.