Question

Rani Ki Vav the U N Heritage Site in Gujarat was built by Queen Udayamati in memory of her husband:

• A. King Bhima I
• B. King Bhima II
• C. King Mulraj I
• D. King Jaysinh I

Answer 1

Answer:

A. King Bhima I

• Rani Ki Vav is an intricately designed stepwell located in Patan, Gujarat, India, along the Saraswati River.

• Built in the 11th century by Queen Udayamati in honor of her husband, King Bhima I of the Chaulukya dynasty,

• Rani Ki Vav was eventually silted over and lay hidden until its rediscovery in the 1940s, after which the Archaeological Survey of India undertook its restoration in the 1980s.

• The site gained international recognition when it was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2014, celebrated for its elaborate sculptures and architectural precision.

• The stepwell features approximately 500 major sculptures depicting themes of Hindu mythology, especially those related to Lord Vishnu.