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1. Which famous Indian scientist born in Vadnagar discovered the augment cleavage enzyme and got Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar award?

2. Who built the iconic Siddi Bashir Mosque combining elements of Hindu temple architecture with Islamic styles like intricate latticed windows and ribbed lotus patterns?

3. Which European traveller described Hindu Jain temples of Mount Abu in early 19th century as ’finer than Milan Cathedral and more magnificent than anything in existence in Europe’?

4. Who built the iconic Bhadra fort in 1411 AD spread over 43 acres which had 8 gates for entry, housed royal palaces, major administrative units?

5. Which hill station in Gujarat served as the summer capital during the British rule?

6. Who wrote the famous patriotic poem, Jayostutee sung by Lata Mangeshkar commemorating Indian independence movement?

7. Where did Mahmud Begada build the historic Jama Masjid in 1423 AD which has 260 columns support 15 domes?

8. Who was known as the ‘Iron Man of India’ who played a key role in formation of the state of Gujarat?

9. Who built the historic Uparkot fort which bears brunt of 2000 years long power struggle making it site of various battles from fall of Chaulukyas to coming of British imperialists

10. Which Europeam style bungalow located at seashore features in many Bollywood films as site where shooting of song Chunari Chunari took place in Biwi No1?

11. Which Gujarati freedom fighter died after fasting for 72 days in jail during the Satyagraha Movement?

12. Where is iconic Toran public gate built which uniquely combines flowery designs, jaali work using traditional craftsmanship found at Bhunga houses in Kutch area?

13. Which district in South Gujarat has historic sites like Surat Castle built by Muhammad Tughlaq and structures like Dutch Garden, Dutch cemetery with remnants of colonial influence?

14. Which princely state located in Saurashtra founded by Thakore Sahib Bhojrajji in 1620 AD covered over 4800 sq miles area making it one of largest on Saurashtra peninsula?

15. Which princely state spread over 4000 sq km located in eastern Gujarat founded in 1350 AD dissolved after independence in 1948?

16. Who built the Shaher ki Masjid in Ahmedabad which is one of earliest masjids built in India within months of establishing city in 1423 AD?

17. Where is the iconic 15th century Jama Masjid located built during last year of life of Ahmed Shah I combining Hindu and Muslim architectural styles?

18. Where is the iconic public gate called the Toran located built by artisans of Bhunga houses having intricate flowery motifs and jaali work showcasing their excellent craftsmanship?

19. Which medieval era architectural style became popular in Gujarat wherein carved columns surmounted by brackets extending into beams came up supporting roofs?

20. Where is White Rann, the world’s largest salt desert located in Gujarat?

21. Which princely state located in Kathiawar founded in 1742 AD had its capital in Dhrangadhra and was dissolved after independence in 1948?

22. What is the art form unique to Banni Grasslands of Kutch which depicts rural life like folk deities, dances, flora and fauna scenes using mirror work and intricate threads?

23. Who built the Sarada PeethMath temple complex in early 20th century near Ahmedabad which follows doctrines of Adi Shankaracharya?

24. Where is the historic stepwell located which has been promoted by Amitabh Bachhan under Incredible India campaign to boost tourism which dates back to 15th Century?

25. What is the name of the historic old city area located near eastern banks of Sabarmati established in 1411 AD housing over 60000 architectural structures earning it UNESCO tag?