Odd One Out — Plassey, Haldighati, and Panipat are celebrated battles; Sarnath is a religious/historic site known for Buddha’s first sermon. Pick the odd entry and justify.
Verbal Reasoning
Classification
Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
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APlassey
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BHaldighati
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CPanipat
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DSarnath
Answer
Correct Answer: Sarnath
Explanation
Introduction / Context:Historical classification can center on type of event. Three entries are named for major battles; one is known chiefly as a religious/historic site.
Given Data / Assumptions:
- Battle of Plassey (1757).
- Battle of Haldighati (1576).
- Battle(s) of Panipat (1526, 1556, 1761).
- Sarnath: site of Buddha’s first sermon (Dhammacakkappavattana Sutta).
Concept / Approach:Group by “battle” vs “non-battle” historical significance.
Step-by-Step Solution:Plassey → battle.Haldighati → battle.Panipat → battles.Sarnath → religious/historic site → outlier.
Verification / Alternative check:Time periods differ but do not produce a single outlier; event type does.
Why Other Options Are Wrong:
- Plassey, Haldighati, Panipat: all battles.
Common Pitfalls:Associating Sarnath with conflict; its fame is religious and archaeological, not martial.
Final Answer:Sarnath