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Q58 (NDA-II/2012) History & Culture › Art & Architecture › Indian art history Answer Verified

Which one among the following monuments was earlier known as ‘All India War Memorial’?

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The India Gate, located in the heart of New Delhi, was originally known as the 'All India War Memorial'. Designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens, the monument was built in 1921 to honor the soldiers of the Undivided Indian Army who sacrificed their lives during World War I (1914–1921) and the Third Anglo-Afghan War. The structure stands 42 meters tall and bears the names of over 13,000 Indian and British soldiers. While the Gateway of India in Mumbai was built to commemorate the arrival of King George V and Queen Mary, India Gate serves as a national emblem of pride and sacrifice. It is situated on the eastern edge of the ceremonial axis, formerly known as Kingsway and now called Kartavya Path. The monument's architectural style is often compared to the Arch de Triomphe in Paris.

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