Which of the following statements correctly describe features of the Gwalior Fort?
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The fort extends across a hilltop measuring over 2 km in length.
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The southern approach hosts finely carved rock-cut Jain tīrthaṅkar temples.
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The Caturbhuj Mandir located inside the fort represents a Vaiṣṇavite shrine.
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. 1, 2 and 3.
All three statements about Gwalior Fort are correct.
Statement 1 is true because the fort is built on a long sandstone plateau stretching over 2 km, giving it strong natural defenses.
Statement 2 is also correct; the southern approach of the fort is famous for its rock-cut Jain statues, including colossal images of tīrthaṅkars carved during the 7th–15th centuries, reflecting the area’s rich Jain artistic heritage.
Statement 3 is correct since the Caturbhuj Mandir, built in the 9th century, is dedicated to Lord Vishnu, making it a classic Vaiṣṇavite temple. It is also noted for one of the earliest known inscriptions containing the digit “0,” an important milestone in mathematics.