Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

History

Chapter

Medieval India: An Imperial Capital: Vijayanagara

Question:

In which year did the conservation of Hampi begin under John Marshall?

Options:

1922

1902

1912

1920

Correct Answer:

1902

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option 2 - 1902

John Marshall began the conservation of Hampi in 1902.

Timeline related to Hampi:

  • The ruins at Hampi were brought to light in 1800 by an engineer and antiquarian named Colonel Colin Mackenzie.
  • In 1856 Alexander Greenlaw takes the first detailed photographs of archaeological remains at Hampi.
  • In 1976, Hampi was recognized as a site of national importance.
  • In 1986 Hampi was declared a World Heritage site by UNESCO.