Target Exam

CUET

Subject

History

Chapter

Medieval India: An Imperial Capital: Vijayanagara

Question:

The first detailed photographs of Hampi archaeological remains were taken by:

Options:

Colin Mackenzie

John Marshall

Alexander Greenlaw

J.F. Fleet

Correct Answer:

Alexander Greenlaw

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (3) → Alexander Greenlaw

In 1856 Alexander Greenlaw takes the first detailed photographs of archaeological remains at Hampi.

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.