Which one of the following buildings features an Onion dome?
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- Matrimandir, Auroville
- Rashtrapati Bhavan, New Delhi
- Taj Mahal, Agra
- Victoria Memorial, Kolkata
The Correct Option is C
Solution and Explanation
Step 1: The Taj Mahal in Agra features an iconic onion dome on its central structure, which is a prominent feature of Mughal architecture.
Step 2: Other buildings such as Rashtrapati Bhavan and the Victoria Memorial do not feature onion domes. Matrimandir in Auroville, although unique in its architecture, does not have an onion dome either.
Therefore, the correct answer is (C) Taj Mahal, Agra.
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