In which state is the Gingee Fort, which was recently nominated for the UNESCO World Heritage status, located?
Tamil Nadu
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Tamil Nadu.
The Gingee Fort, recently nominated for UNESCO World Heritage status, is located in Tamil Nadu. Known as the 'Troy of the East,' this historic fort complex dates back to the 9th century and was a stronghold of the Cholas, Vijayanagara Empire, Marathas, and the British.
Other options:
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Karnataka: Home to forts like Chitradurga and Bellary, but not Gingee.
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Rajasthan: Famous for Amber Fort and Chittorgarh, but Gingee is not here.
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Gujarat: Known for Pavagadh Fort and Uparkot Fort, but Gingee is in South India.
Gingee Fort's unique architecture and strategic importance make it a strong contender for UNESCO recognition.
Important Questions from Historical Monuments
With reference to the history of Indian rockcut architecture, consider the following statements:
1. The cases at Badami are the oldest surviving rock-cut caves in India.
2. The Barabar rock-cut cases were originally made for Ajivikas by Emperor Chandragupta Maurya.
3. At Ellora, caves were made for different faiths.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Some Buddhist rock-cut caves are called Chaityas, while the others are called Viharas. What is the difference between the two?
- Which of the following materials has been mainly used for building the Jahangiri Mahal in Agra Fort?
- The Bagh caves, which contain Buddhist mural paintings, are located in which of the following states of India?
Ajanta Ellora Caves are situated near which of the following cities?
