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The Jantar Mantar: An Observatory of Astronomical Instruments

The Jantar Mantar is an observatory of astronomical instruments built in the early 18th century by Maharaja Jai Singh II of Jaipur, Rajasthan. It consists of a collection of nineteen architectural astronomical instruments, designed for the measurement of time, tracking the location of celestial bodies and making astronomical observations.

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Question 1 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

In which city is the Jantar Mantar located?

  1. Jaipur
  2. Delhi
  3. Agra
  4. Mumbai
Question 2 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Who built the Jantar Mantar?

  1. Maharaja Jai Singh I
  2. Maharaja Jai Singh II
  3. Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh
  4. Maharaja Man Singh I
Question 3 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

When was the Jantar Mantar built?

  1. 1699-1700
  2. 1724-1730
  3. 1768-1772
  4. 1803-1806
Question 4 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

How many astronomical instruments are there in the Jantar Mantar?

  1. 12
  2. 15
  3. 19
  4. 22
Question 5 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the largest instrument in the Jantar Mantar?

  1. Samrat Yantra
  2. Jai Prakash Yantra
  3. Rashivalaya Yantra
  4. Misra Yantra
Question 6 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the purpose of the Samrat Yantra?

  1. Measuring the time of day
  2. Tracking the location of celestial bodies
  3. Making astronomical observations
  4. All of the above
Question 7 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the Jai Prakash Yantra used for?

  1. Measuring the time of day
  2. Tracking the location of celestial bodies
  3. Making astronomical observations
  4. All of the above
Question 8 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the Rashivalaya Yantra used for?

  1. Measuring the time of day
  2. Tracking the location of celestial bodies
  3. Making astronomical observations
  4. All of the above
Question 9 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the Misra Yantra used for?

  1. Measuring the time of day
  2. Tracking the location of celestial bodies
  3. Making astronomical observations
  4. All of the above
Question 10 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the unique feature of the Jantar Mantar?

  1. It is the largest observatory in the world
  2. It is the oldest observatory in the world
  3. It is the only observatory in the world built by a single person
  4. It is the only observatory in the world that is still in use
Question 11 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

When was the Jantar Mantar declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site?

  1. 2002
  2. 2004
  3. 2006
  4. 2008
Question 12 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the significance of the Jantar Mantar?

  1. It is a testament to the scientific achievements of ancient India
  2. It is a unique example of astronomical architecture
  3. It is a popular tourist destination
  4. All of the above
Question 13 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

How many visitors does the Jantar Mantar receive each year?

  1. 100,000
  2. 200,000
  3. 300,000
  4. 400,000
Question 14 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the best time to visit the Jantar Mantar?

  1. Summer
  2. Winter
  3. Monsoon
  4. All year round
Question 15 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What are the entry fees for the Jantar Mantar?

  1. Free
  2. INR 10
  3. INR 20
  4. INR 30
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