Miscellaneous: UPSC Previous Year Questions (Medieval History)
1 previous year UPSC Prelims question on Miscellaneous (Medieval History). Choose an option to see the answer and explanation.
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UPSC 2007Medieval History · Miscellaneous
Q1. Where is the famous Vijaya Vittala temple having its 56 carved pillars emitting musical notes located?
Explanation
The Vijaya Vittala Temple in Hampi, a UNESCO World Heritage site, was built during King Devaraya II’s reign in the 15th century. Dedicated to Lord Vittala, an incarnation of Lord Vishnu, the temple is famous for its 56 musical pillars that produce melodic sounds when struck. Its most notable feature is the stone chariot in front of the Ranga Mantapa, dedicated to Garuda, with two elephants pulling it. The temple showcases the exceptional craftsmanship of the artisans of the Vijayanagara Empire.
Answer key for these questions
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UPSC year
Correct answer
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2007
(c) Hampi
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This page covers 1 previous year UPSC Prelims GS Paper-I questions on Miscellaneous (Medieval History), asked from 1996 to 2025. Each has the correct answer and an explanation.
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Questions on Miscellaneous (Medieval History) are available for 13 years, from 1996 to 2025. Use the Year filter to practise a single paper.
