Indian Heritage Geography
Match Famous Monuments and Locations | UPSC
The Sun Temple is in Konark, Lingaraja in Bhubaneswar, Hawa Mahal in Jaipur, and the Gomateshwara statue in Karnataka.
Primary Reference: Standard Educational Reference
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Exam Year
1992
Evidence Source
Link ↗Match list-I with list-II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists:List-I List-II A. Sun Temple 2. Konark B. Lingaraja Temple 4. Bhubaneswar C. Hawa Mahal 3. Jaipur D. Statue of Gomateshwara 1. Karnataka
| List-I | List-II |
|---|---|
| A. Sun Temple | 2. Konark |
| B. Lingaraja Temple | 4. Bhubaneswar |
| C. Hawa Mahal | 3. Jaipur |
| D. Statue of Gomateshwara | 1. Karnataka |
[UPPCS (Pre) 1992]
Detailed Solution & Historical Context
Concept
India’s cultural heritage is spread across regions, with each state hosting iconic landmarks that represent different religious and stylistic traditions.
Authentic Source Evidence
Analytical Breakdown
Conceptual Deep Dive & Logic
"Which of these monuments is a UNESCO World Heritage site?"
The Sun Temple at Konark is a designated UNESCO World Heritage site.
Examiner's Mindset & Pro-Tip
"These landmarks represent the diversity of Indian patronage, from the Ganga dynasty in the East to the Rajputs in the West and the Gangas of the South."
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