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Q: Chandragiri Fort is a historical fort, built in the 11th century. It is located in ..........
  • A. Karnataka
  • B. Maharashtra
  • C. Madhya Pradesh
  • D. Andhra Pradesh
Correct Answer: Option D - The Chandragiri fort is located in the Chittoor district of the state of Andhra Pradesh. It was built in the 11th century by Immadi Yadava Narsimha. It is at a distance of 14 km from Tirupathi. It got its name from a local myth that says that once, the moon (Chandra) did penance on this hill. Lord Shiva was pleased and gave him boons. Hence the name, Chandragiri came in existence.
D. The Chandragiri fort is located in the Chittoor district of the state of Andhra Pradesh. It was built in the 11th century by Immadi Yadava Narsimha. It is at a distance of 14 km from Tirupathi. It got its name from a local myth that says that once, the moon (Chandra) did penance on this hill. Lord Shiva was pleased and gave him boons. Hence the name, Chandragiri came in existence.

Explanations:

The Chandragiri fort is located in the Chittoor district of the state of Andhra Pradesh. It was built in the 11th century by Immadi Yadava Narsimha. It is at a distance of 14 km from Tirupathi. It got its name from a local myth that says that once, the moon (Chandra) did penance on this hill. Lord Shiva was pleased and gave him boons. Hence the name, Chandragiri came in existence.