Question

Match the LIST-I with LIST-II

• A. A-II, B-III, C-IV, D-I
• B. A-III, B-IV, C-I, D-II
• C. A-III, B-IV, C-II, D-I
• D. A-IV, B-III, C-II, D-I

Hint:

Logic Tip: Shyam Roy Temple is the crown jewel of Vishnupur (A-III). Tantipara Masjid is a staple of Gaur architecture (B-IV).

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Concept:
Identifying the geographic locations of significant terracotta temples and Islamic monuments in West Bengal.

Step 1:
The Shyam Roy Temple is one of the most famous terracotta monuments, renowned for its pancha-ratna (five-towered) style. It is located in the temple town of Vishnupur. (A-III)

Step 2:
The Tantipara Masjid is an important brick mosque known for its intricate terracotta ornamentation. It is located in the ruined historical city of Gaur (Malda). (B-IV)

Step 3:
The Motichur Masjid is a prominent historical monument located in Rajnagar (Birbhum district). (D-I)

Step 4:
By the process of elimination, and aligning with local geographic history of terracotta architecture variations, the Radha Ballabh Temple in this specific context maps to Krishnanagar. (C-II)

Step 5:
Matching these gives A-III, B-IV, C-II, D-I, which corresponds to Option 3. \[ \boxed{\text{(3) A-III, B-IV, C-II, D-I}} \]