alleryHow many columns did the pillared hall of the old palace have?
A40
B60
C100
D80
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. 80
1. The hall was supported on timbers.
2. The pillars were set in regular rows.
3. The number of columns was 80, each about 7 metres high.
_Source: Wikipedia, Maurya Empire, Architectural remains_
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