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History GK · Q92

Mughal Empire

Competitive Exams · History GK · question 92

Q92

The famous Peacock Throne of Shah Jahan was taken away in 1739 by

A.
Afghan invader Ahmed Shah Abdali
B.
Persian invader Nadir Shah
Answer
C.
Mongol invader Chengiz Khan
D.
British East India Company

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
In 1739, Persian invader Nadir Shah plundered and looted Delhi,and the Peacock throne was taken away along with other spoils. It was believed that after Nadir Shah’s death the Peacock throne was broken down and damaged.