Question

Read the following facts about the Vijaya Stambha (Victory Tower) of Chittorgarh :

1. This is popular because it was built by Maharana Kumbha.

2. It has a total of 11 storey.

3. There is a statue of Jaita carved in it.

Of the above, correct facts are

1. 1, 2, 3
2. 1, 2
3. 2, 3
4. 1, 3

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 4 : 1, 3

The correct answer is 1, 3.

• The Vijaya Stambha is a magnificent victory monument in Chittorgarh, Rajasthan, India, located within Chittor Fort.
• The tower was built in 1448 by Hindu ruler Rana Kumbha of Mewar to celebrate his victory over Mahmud Khilji's combined army of Malwa and Gujarat sultanates.
• The tower is dedicated to Vishnu, the Hindu God.
• The uppermost storey's inscribed slabs, which record a complete pedigree of Chittaur's monarchs and their exploits, are attributed to Ran Kumbha court scholar Atri and his son Mahesh.
• The Rajputs' practice of religious plurality is exemplified by the Vijaya Stambha. Padmavati, the Jain Goddess, is depicted on the topmost storey.