Mind-Blowing Mumbai Facts Quiz
Anonymous User
Created 6/25/2024
Think you know everything about Mumbai? Test your knowledge with this quiz on lesser-known facts about this vibrant city!
1. What is Gilbert Hill in Mumbai?
A large volcanic rock formation
A famous Bollywood filming location
An ancient Hindu temple
A modern skyscraper
2. What is unique about the Global Vipassana Pagoda in Gorai?
It is the largest mosque in India
It is the tallest statue in India
It houses one of the largest meditation chambers in the world
It is the most visited amusement park in India
3. Who built the remains of the fort on Kanhoji Angre Island?
The Portuguese
The British
The Marathas
The French
4. What is the historical origin of Banaganga?
A British invention for irrigation
A natural spring discovered by villagers
A mythical river created by Lord Ram’s brother Laxman
An underground river discovered during construction
5. What major event does the Mahakali Caves in Mumbai relate to?
Ancient Hindu pilgrimages
Buddhist monasteries
Maratha battles
British colonial exploits
6. What is special about the Worli Fort?
It is the highest point in Mumbai
It was built by the British in 1675 and is very well maintained
It serves as the official residence of the Governor of Maharashtra
It houses a famous ancient library
7. What is the primary activity seen at Dhobi Ghat in Mumbai?
Boat making
Laundry washing
Textile dyeing
Metal casting
8. What makes the Chhota Kashmir area unique?
It is located on an island
It has a centrally placed lake and a thick green cover
It is the location of the city’s main marketplace
It houses the largest museum in Mumbai
9. Why is the Vasai Fort in Mumbai notable?
It is a UNESCO Heritage site
It was built by the Portuguese and is rumored to be haunted
It serves as the headquarters for the Indian Navy
It is the largest fort in India
10. What is the main feature of Pandavkada Falls?
It has ancient cave dwellings nearby
It is the highest waterfall in India
It provides water for the entire city of Mumbai
It is rumored to have healing properties
11. What is the architectural challenge faced by people in Worli Koliwada?
Narrow lanes that form a maze
Frequent flooding
High crime rates
Poor soil quality for construction
12. Where is the stables at the Race-Course located?
Adjacent to Nehru Science Center
Near Gateway of India
Along Marine Drive
By Juhu Beach
13. What is unique about the Mahakali Caves’ carvings?
They reflect Hindu mythology
They are dedicated to Shiva
They are some of the oldest Buddhist carvings
They depict scenes from Ramayana
14. What is a defining feature of the Sassoon Docks?
Ancient grain storage
Fish catching and markets
Textile industry
Oldest shipyard in India
15. Why is the Hasnabad Dargah in Byculla limited in visitation?
Open only to Aga Khani Khojas for paying respects to the grave
Under renovation
Restricted due to security reasons
Exclusive to VIP guests
