Question

Which of the following was once a capital city of the Bundelas?
1. Bhind
2. Shivpuri
3. Chhatarpur
4. Orchha

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 4 : Orchha

The correct answer is Orchha.

• Orchha was the capital city of the Bundela rulers.

• Bundela rulers were Rajput of Central India.
• They gave its name to Bundelkhand in north-central India. 
• It is known for its famous palaces and temples.
• It is under the Niwari district which was built in the 16th and 17th centuries.
• The architecture of the monuments reflects the glory of its founders.
• Orchha State was founded in 1531 by Rudra Pratap Singh who is known as the first King of Orchha.
• The main attraction places/sites of Orcha are Orchha Fort, Jahangir Mahal, Ram Raja Temple, Chhatris Cenotaphs, Betwa River, Chaturbhuj Temple, Lakshmi Narayan Temple, and Raja Mahal.