The Jantar Mantar observatories of Sawai Jai Singh II show which interest?
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Correct answer: Astronomy and measurement
The direct answer is A: astronomy and measurement. Sawai Jai Singh II built the Jantar Mantar observatories, including the famous observatory at Jaipur and others at Delhi, Ujjain, Mathura and Varanasi. Their large instruments were used to observe celestial bodies and calculate time, positions and movements more accurately. Thus the evidence points to scientific interest in astronomy, not simply decoration or royal luxury. A is correct because it names both the subject and the measuring purpose. B is wrong because Mauryan moral preaching belongs to Ashoka’s context. C is wrong because Chola war policy is unrelated. D is wrong because Sultanate market control concerns prices and trade. Memory cue: “Jai Singh—Jantar Mantar—Jaipur—astronomy.”
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Astronomy and measurement
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The direct answer is A: astronomy and measurement. Sawai Jai Singh II built the Jantar Mantar observatories, including the famous observatory at Jaipur and others at Delhi, Ujjain, Mathura and Varanasi. Their large instruments were used to observe celestial bodies and calculate time, positions and movements more accurately. Thus the evidence points to scientific interest in astronomy, not simply decoration or royal luxury. A is correct because it names both the subject and the measuring purpose. B is wrong because Mauryan moral preaching belongs to Ashoka’s context. C is wrong because Chola war policy is unrelated. D is wrong because Sultanate market control concerns prices and trade. Memory cue: “Jai Singh—Jantar Mantar—Jaipur—astronomy.”
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 10 General Knowledge question. Chapter: Indian History. Topic: Famous Indian Rulers.
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