Which statement describes a columbarium?

• A. A columbarium is a structure containing niches for placing urns with cremated remains, often located in a mausoleum or dedicated building
• B. A columbarium is a type of animal
• C. A columbarium is a garden
• D. A columbarium is a storage cabinet

Answer: (A)

A columbarium is a building or part of a building designed to hold niches—small recessed compartments—where urns containing cremated remains are placed. Each niche provides a dedicated, often labeled space for an urn, and these rows of niches are typically found inside a mausoleum or in a dedicated structure. This setup offers a formal, compact resting place for many individuals and is commonly marked with plaques or inscriptions for remembrance. The description that best fits describes a structure containing niches for placing urns with cremated remains, often located in a mausoleum or dedicated building. An animal, a garden, or a storage cabinet do not capture this purpose or design.