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Statewise GK · Q302

Telangana GK

Competitive Exams · Statewise GK · question 302

Q302

When was Golconda Fort established?

A.
1143
Answer
B.
1149
C.
1246
D.
1140

Answer: Option A

Solution

Answer: Option A
Solution:
It was originally known as Mankal, and built on a hilltop in the year 1143. It was originally a mud fort under the reign of Rajah of Warangal. Later it was fortified between 14th and 17th centuries by the Bahmani Sultans and then the ruling Qutub Shahi dynasty.