Match List I (Place of Archaeological Monument) with List II (State) and select the correct answer using the codes given below the Lists:

Codes:

1. I-B, II-D, III-A, IV-C
2. I-B, II-A, III-D, IV-C
3. I-C, II-D, III-A, IV-B
4. I-C, II-A, III-D, IV-B

Explanation

Option (c) is correct

• The ancient city of Sisupalgarh, near Bhubaneswar, was built around the 7th – 6th century BCE and served as the capital of the Kalinga kingdom. A unique feature of Sisupalgarh was its water management system. It was built using the Jala Durga (Water Fort) concept, in which the city was encircled by water bodies to serve as natural barriers against invasions. This is the only fortified site in India having eight gateways (two on each side), indicating strategic defense planning. These gateways also suggest controlled entry and exit points for administrative and security purposes.
• Piprahwa, associated with ancient Kapilavastu and Buddhist relics, is located in Uttar Pradesh. The relics include bone fragments, crystal and steatite caskets, gold ornaments and gemstones; a Brahmi inscription attributes them to Buddha’s Sakya clan, dating them to the 3rd century BCE. Under the Indian Treasure Trove Act, 1878, the British Crown claimed the relics; Buddha’s bone relics were gifted to King Rama V of Siam, while most gems went to the Indian Museum, Kolkata. Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) excavations (1971-77) uncovered an additional 22 bone relics in steatite caskets, now preserved at the National Museum, New Delhi. In 2025, relics held by the Peppé family surfaced at a Hong Kong auction and were repatriated to India.
• Goalpara is a historic site in Assam.Sri Suryapahar a site famous for archaeological remains, lies in the Goalpara district. Composed of 7 (Seven) peaks. Bishnupur, famous for its medieval temples and archaeological remains, is located in Manipur.

Answer: (b) I-C, II-D, III-A, IV-B