RPSC RAS · Art, Culture, Literature and Heritage of Rajasthan
Architecture and monuments
Forts of Chittor, Kumbhalgarh, Ranthambore, Amber, Jaisalmer; Dilwara temples; Hawa Mahal.
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The Chittorgarh Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, was the capital of Mewar until 1568. Which of the following towers (Vijay Stambh and Kirti Stambh) and their builders is correctly matched? 1. Vijay Stambh - Built by Rana Kumbha 2. Kirti Stambh - Built by a Jain merchant 3. Vijay Stambh commemorates victory over Malwa 4. Kirti Stambh is dedicated to Adinath
Q2 · Architecture and monuments · EASY
Kumbhalgarh Fort, built in the 15th century, is famous for having the second longest continuous wall after the Great Wall of China. Who constructed this fort?
Q3 · Architecture and monuments · MEDIUM
The Dilwara Temples at Mount Abu are renowned for their extraordinary marble architecture. These temples were built between the 11th and 13th centuries by which dynasty?
Q4 · Architecture and monuments · EASY
Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds) in Jaipur was built in 1799 by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh. What was the primary architectural purpose of its 953 small windows (jharokhas)?
Q5 · Architecture and monuments · HARD
The Jaisalmer Fort, also known as Sonar Quila (Golden Fort), is unique among Rajasthan forts because it is one of the very few living forts in the world. Which architectural feature distinguishes it from most other Indian forts?