SSC MTS 2024 PYQ — Question 56

SSC MTS - 15/10/2024 - (9:00 AM - 11:00 AM) • English • Q56

Select the correct combination of famous palaces and their locations in Rajasthan.

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The  correct answer is  option 2  i.e  Lalgarh Palace – Bikaner.

The correct combination is Lalgarh Palace – Bikaner, a famous palace located in the state of Rajasthan, India. Built between 1902 and 1926 by Maharaja Ganga Singh, Lalgarh Palace is an architectural masterpiece combining Rajput, Mughal, and European styles. Constructed using red sandstone, it was designed by British architect Sir Swinton Jacob. The palace served as the royal residence of the Bikaner royal family and now houses a part of the Ganga Singh Museum and luxury heritage hotels. Its intricate carvings, expansive courtyards, and beautiful latticework make it a notable cultural and historical attraction in Bikaner, Rajasthan.