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The Victoria Memorial: A Monument to British Rule in India

The Victoria Memorial is a large marble building in Kolkata, West Bengal, India, which was built between 1906 and 1921. It is dedicated to the memory of Queen Victoria (1819-1901) and is now a museum and tourist destination. The memorial is a symbol of British rule in India and has been the subject of much debate and controversy. This quiz will test your knowledge of the Victoria Memorial and its history.

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Question 1 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

In which city is the Victoria Memorial located?

  1. Mumbai
  2. Delhi
  3. Kolkata
  4. Chennai
Question 2 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

When was the Victoria Memorial built?

  1. 1897-1903
  2. 1906-1921
  3. 1911-1918
  4. 1923-1929
Question 3 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Who was the architect of the Victoria Memorial?

  1. Sir William Emerson
  2. Sir Edwin Lutyens
  3. Sir Herbert Baker
  4. Sir John Burnet
Question 4 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the style of architecture of the Victoria Memorial?

  1. Gothic Revival
  2. Renaissance Revival
  3. Indo-Saracenic
  4. Art Deco
Question 5 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the height of the Victoria Memorial?

  1. 185 feet
  2. 218 feet
  3. 250 feet
  4. 282 feet
Question 6 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the area of the Victoria Memorial?

  1. 10 acres
  2. 15 acres
  3. 20 acres
  4. 25 acres
Question 7 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

How many galleries does the Victoria Memorial have?

  1. 10
  2. 15
  3. 20
  4. 25
Question 8 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the main attraction of the Victoria Memorial?

  1. The statue of Queen Victoria
  2. The paintings of Raja Ravi Varma
  3. The collection of Mughal artifacts
  4. The library
Question 9 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Who inaugurated the Victoria Memorial?

  1. Lord Curzon
  2. Lord Hardinge
  3. Lord Chelmsford
  4. Lord Irwin
Question 10 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

When was the Victoria Memorial declared a museum?

  1. 1921
  2. 1947
  3. 1951
  4. 1972
Question 11 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

How many visitors does the Victoria Memorial receive annually?

  1. 1 million
  2. 2 million
  3. 3 million
  4. 4 million
Question 12 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the entry fee for the Victoria Memorial?

  1. Free
  2. ₹10
  3. ₹20
  4. ₹50
Question 13 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What are the timings of the Victoria Memorial?

  1. 10am to 5pm
  2. 11am to 6pm
  3. 12pm to 7pm
  4. 1pm to 8pm
Question 14 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Is the Victoria Memorial closed on any day?

  1. Yes, Monday
  2. Yes, Tuesday
  3. Yes, Wednesday
  4. No
Question 15 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the nearest metro station to the Victoria Memorial?

  1. Maidan
  2. Park Street
  3. Esplanade
  4. Rabindra Sadan
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