Forts & Palaces — Set 9
Rajasthan GK · किले और महल · Questions 81–90 of 160
Which is the largest fort in India by area?
Correct Answer: B. Chittorgarh Fort
Chittorgarh Fort is the largest fort in India by area, covering approximately 700 acres (280 hectares) on a rocky plateau. The fort is about 13 km in circumference. It contains 65 historic temples, 4 palaces, 19 water bodies (kunds), and several towers. The entire fort is connected by a single main road from the base to the top.
Fateh Prakash Palace, which houses a crystal gallery, is located in which city?
Correct Answer: C. Udaipur
Fateh Prakash Palace is located within the City Palace complex of Udaipur. It houses a famous Crystal Gallery that displays a remarkable collection of crystal objects ordered from F&C Osler & Co. of England by Maharana Sajjan Singh in 1877. The collection includes crystal chairs, tables, beds, and dressing tables. It is considered one of the finest crystal collections in the world.
The annual Mehrangarh Fort Festival (World Sacred Spirit Festival) celebrates which type of music?
Correct Answer: B. Sufi and sacred world music
The World Sacred Spirit Festival held at Mehrangarh Fort in Jodhpur celebrates Sufi and sacred world music. The festival brings together musicians from India and around the world to perform in the atmospheric settings of the fort. It is organized by the Mehrangarh Museum Trust. The fort's dramatic backdrop makes it one of the most unique music festival venues in the world.
Amber Fort was designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in which year?
Correct Answer: C. 2013
Amber Fort was designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2013 as part of the 'Hill Forts of Rajasthan' group inscription. The six forts inscribed together were Amber, Chittorgarh, Kumbhalgarh, Ranthambore, Gagron, and Jaisalmer forts. The inscription recognized the outstanding universal value of these forts as examples of Rajput military architecture. This was a major milestone for heritage conservation in Rajasthan.
Mandawa Castle is located in which region of Rajasthan?
Correct Answer: A. Shekhawati
Mandawa Castle is located in the Shekhawati region of Rajasthan, in Jhunjhunu district. The Shekhawati region is known as an 'Open Air Art Gallery' due to the large number of painted havelis and forts. Mandawa Castle was built by the Thakur of Mandawa in 1755 AD and has been converted into a heritage hotel. The castle features beautiful frescoes depicting mythological and historical scenes.
The Adalaj Stepwell (vav) style structures in Rajasthan are known as?
Correct Answer: B. Baoli/Bawdi
Stepwells in Rajasthan are known as 'Baoli' or 'Bawdi'. While Adalaj is in Gujarat, Rajasthan has many magnificent stepwells associated with its palaces and forts. Famous stepwells of Rajasthan include Chand Baori (Abhaneri, Dausa), Panna Meena Ka Kund (Amber), and various stepwells in Bundi. These were engineering marvels providing water access and serving social functions. Chand Baori is one of the largest and deepest stepwells in the world.
The famous 'Panna Meena Ka Kund' stepwell is associated with which fort complex?
Correct Answer: B. Amber Fort
Panna Meena Ka Kund is a famous stepwell located near Amber Fort in Jaipur. It was built in the 16th century during the Amber kingdom period. The stepwell has a distinctive geometric design with criss-crossing stairs on all four sides. It was named after a woman named Panna Meena and served as a water source and social gathering place for the local community.
Which Rajput king is famous for his 36 battles and is associated with Kumbhalgarh Fort?
Correct Answer: B. Rana Kumbha
Rana Kumbha is famous for fighting 36 battles during his reign and winning all of them. He built Kumbhalgarh Fort and used it as his capital's defensive stronghold. Rana Kumbha was also a great scholar, musician, and composer, having written several books on music and architecture. He was murdered by his own son Udai Singh (not the founder of Udaipur) in 1468 AD.
City Palace Jaipur is famous for having the world's largest silver objects. What are they called?
Correct Answer: B. Gangajali urns
The two giant silver urns at City Palace Jaipur are called 'Gangajali'. They were made to carry holy Ganges water by Maharaja Sawai Madho Singh II for his trip to England in 1901. He was devout Hindu and did not want to drink impure water abroad. Each urn holds about 900 litres of water and weighs 340 kg. They are listed in the Guinness Book of Records as the largest silver objects in the world.
Which fort was attacked three times by the armies of the Delhi Sultanate?
Correct Answer: C. Chittorgarh Fort
Chittorgarh Fort was attacked and sacked three times - in 1303 by Alauddin Khilji (causing the first Jauhar), in 1535 by Bahadur Shah of Gujarat (causing the second Jauhar), and in 1568 by Akbar (causing the third Jauhar). After the third sack by Akbar, Maharana Udai Singh II shifted the capital to Udaipur. The fort's history of tragedy and valor has made it a powerful symbol of Rajput resistance.