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Statewise GK · Q57

Gujarat GK

Competitive Exams · Statewise GK · question 57

Q57

Identify the structure with the help of given information: 1. The structure is made of red and buff sandstone, decorated by white and black marble. 2. It was built in 1575 AD by Akbar to commemorate his victory over Gujarat. 3. It is located at Fatehpur Sikri. Select the correct answer from options given below:

A.
Badshahi Mosque
B.
Naulakha Pavilion
C.
Buland Darwaza
Answer
D.
Qila Mubarak

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
Buland Darwaza, or the "Door of Victory", was built in 1575 AD by Mughal emperor Akbar to commemorate his victory over Gujarat. It is the main entrance to the Jama Masjid at Fatehpur Sikri, which is 43 km from Agra, India. Buland Darwaza is the highest gateway in the world and is an example of Mughal architecture. It displays sophistication and heights of technology in Akbar's em. The Buland Darwaza is made of red and buff sandstone, decorated by white and black marble and is higher than the courtyard of the mosque.