Question

The Vijay Stambh was built in the year ________
A) 1445
B) 1448
C)1512
D) 1509

Answer 1

Hint:
-Vijay Stambh, also known as the Tower of Victory, is one of Rajasthan's lesser-known monuments.
- Kirti Stambh, which inspired Vijay Stambh, is another valued feature of the fortress.
-Jeeja Bhagerwala, a Jain merchant, constructed Kirti Stambh between 1179 and 1191 to commemorate Jainism's glory.

Complete answer:
The Vijay Stambha is considered as a victory monument. It is situated inside Chittor Fort in Chittorgarh, Rajasthan, India. The tower was built in 1448, by Rana Kumbha, the Mewar ruler, to commemorate his victory over Mahmud Khilji's combined armies of Gujarat and Malwa. This tower is dedicated to lord Vishnu. The nine-story tower, which rises to a height of over 35 meters, is one of the famous features of
Chittorgarh Fort.

A 14-meter-wide square base supports the nine-meter-wide tower. It is constructed by using red sandston and white marble. The monument is adorned with carved Hindu deity figures. Slabs inscribed with the Chittorgarh rulers' genealogy can be found on the uppermost storey. The building's openings and balconies are distinct to each storey. The 157 steps leading to the tower's terrace are one of the tower's other notable features. From the peak, you can get spectacular views of the city. A number of majestic monuments can be found in the vicinity of Vijay Stambh. Siddhesvara Temple is dedicated to Shiva, Vishnu, and Brahma, and is one of them.

Thus the correct answer is option ‘B’.

Note:
-Chittorgarh Fort, about 115 kilometers east of Udaipur, is one of India's largest fortresses. It is a sign of the Rajput kings' bravery and honor.
-Chittorgarh Fort was founded in the 7th century and served as the Mewar Kingdom's capital for many years.
-There are several palaces and other monuments in the fort complex, including Rani Padmini's Palace, Rana Kumbha Palace, and Fateh Prakash Palace, etc.