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Prelims 2026

1 question
History & CultureArt & CultureArchitecture, Temples and Built HeritageMedium (editorial estimate)
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Statement based
Skill:
Concept understanding
Tags:
Architecture, Temples and Built Heritage

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2026 · Q4

Prelims 2026, question 4: Architecture, Temples and Built Heritage

Which of the following temples has/have a Nagara-style shikhara ? 1. Malegitti Shivalaya, Badami 2. Huchimalligudi Temple, Aihole 3. Dashavatara Temple, Deogarh 4. Virupaksha Temple, Pattadakal Select the answer using the code given below :

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Prelims 2023

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History & CultureArt & CultureArchitecture, Temples and Built HeritageMedium (editorial estimate)
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Statement based
Skill:
Fact recall
Tags:
stupas · Architecture, Temples and Built Heritage
Related topics:
Buddhism, Jainism and Shramana Traditions

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2023 · Q42

Prelims 2023, question 42: Architecture, Temples and Built Heritage

With reference to ancient India, consider the following statements : 1. The concept of Stupa is Buddhist in origin. 2. Stupa was generally a repository of relics. 3. Stupa was a votive and commemorative structure in Buddhist tradition. How many of the statements given above are correct?

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Prelims 2022

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History & CultureArt & CultureArchitecture, Temples and Built HeritageMedium (editorial estimate)
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Statement based
Skill:
Fact recall
Tags:
Somnath temple · Architecture, Temples and Built Heritage
Related topics:
Partition, Independence and Post-Independence Consolidation

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2022 · Q96

Prelims 2022, question 96: Architecture, Temples and Built Heritage

The Prime Minister recently inaugurated the new Circuit House near Somnath Temple at Veraval. Which of the following statements are correct regarding Somnath Temple? 1. Somnath Temple is one of the Jyotirlinga shrines. 2. A description of Somnath Temple was given by Al-Biruni. 3. Pran Pratishtha of Somnath Temple (installation of the present day temple) was done by President S. Radhakrishnan. Select the correct answer using the code given below:

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Prelims 2021

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History & CultureArt & CultureArchitecture, Temples and Built HeritageMedium (editorial estimate)
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Type:
Statement based
Skill:
Fact recall
Tags:
Chausath Yogini temple · Architecture, Temples and Built Heritage
Related topics:
Religion, Philosophy and Schools of Thought

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2021 · Q31

Prelims 2021, question 31: Architecture, Temples and Built Heritage

With reference to Chausath Yogini Temple situated near Morena, consider the following statements: 1. It is a circular temple built during the reign of Kachchhapaghata Dynasty. 2. It is the only circular temple built in India. 3. It was meant to promote the Vaishnava cult in the region. 4. Its design has given rise to a popular belief that it was the inspiration behind the Indian Parliament building. Which of the statements given above are correct?

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History & CultureArt & CultureArchitecture, Temples and Built HeritageEasy (editorial estimate)
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Single choice
Skill:
Fact recall
Tags:
religious heritage · Architecture, Temples and Built Heritage
Related topics:
Buddhism, Jainism and Shramana Traditions

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2021 · Q49

Prelims 2021, question 49: Architecture, Temples and Built Heritage

Which one of the following statements is correct?

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Prelims 2019

1 question
History & CultureArt & CultureArchitecture, Temples and Built HeritageEasy (editorial estimate)
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Single choice
Skill:
Fact recall
Tags:
Vijayanagara temple mandapas · Architecture, Temples and Built Heritage
Related topics:
Vijayanagara and Bahmani Kingdoms

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2019 · Q11

Prelims 2019, question 11: Architecture, Temples and Built Heritage

Building 'Kalyaana Mandapas' was a notable feature in the temple construction in the kingdom of

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Prelims 2018

1 question
History & CultureArt & CultureArchitecture, Temples and Built HeritageMedium (editorial estimate)
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Statement based
Skill:
Fact recall
Tags:
Architecture, Temples and Built Heritage · Art & Culture
Related topics:
Mughal Empire and Administration

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2018 · Q72

Prelims 2018, question 72: Architecture, Temples and Built Heritage

With reference to the cultural history of India, consider the following statements: 1. White marble was used in making Buland Darwaza and Khankah at Fatehpur Sikri. 2. Red sandstone and marble were used in making Bara Imambara and Rumi Darwaza at Lucknow. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Prelims 2017

1 question
History & CultureArt & CultureArchitecture, Temples and Built HeritageEasy (editorial estimate)
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Statement based
Skill:
Fact recall
Tags:
Architecture, Temples and Built Heritage · Art & Culture

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2017 · Q75

Prelims 2017, question 75: Architecture, Temples and Built Heritage

Which of the following is/are famous for Sun temples? 1. Arasavalli 2. Amarakantak 3. Omkareshwar Select the correct answer using the code given below:

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Prelims 2014

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History & CultureArt & CultureArchitecture, Temples and Built HeritageEasy
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Single choice
Skill:
Fact recall
Tags:
Architecture, Temples and Built Heritage
2014 · Q44

Prelims 2014, question 44: Architecture, Temples and Built Heritage

With reference to the cultural history of India, the term ‘Panchayatan’ refers to

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History & CultureArt & CultureArchitecture, Temples and Built HeritageMedium
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Pairs
Skill:
Fact recall
Tags:
Architecture, Temples and Built Heritage
Related topics:
Himalayas and Trans-Himalayan Regions · Buddhism, Jainism and Shramana Traditions
2014 · Q89

Prelims 2014, question 89: Architecture, Temples and Built Heritage

With reference to Buddhist history, tradition and culture in India, consider the following pairs : Famous shrine : Location 1. Tabo monastery and temple complex : Spiti Valley 2. Lhotsava Lhakhang temple, Nako : Zanskar Valley 3. Alchi temple complex : Ladakh Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?

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Prelims 2012

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History & CultureArt & CultureArchitecture, Temples and Built HeritageEasy
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Single choice
Skill:
Fact recall
Tags:
Architecture, Temples and Built Heritage
2012 · Q24

Prelims 2012, question 24: Architecture, Temples and Built Heritage

The Nagara, the Dravida and the Vesara are the

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