Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

History

Chapter

Medieval India: An Imperial Capital: Vijayanagara

Question:

Who took the first detailed photographs of archaeological remains at Hampi?

Options:

Colin Mackenzie

Alexander Greenlaw

J.F. Fleet

John Marshall

Correct Answer:

Alexander Greenlaw

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option 2 - Alexander Greenlaw

In 1856 Alexander Greenlaw took 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.