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Statewise GK · Q556

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Competitive Exams · Statewise GK · question 556

Q556

Where is the Keshgarh Fort located?

A.
Anandpur Sahib
Answer
B.
Pathankot
C.
Faridkot
D.
Dera Baba Nanak

Answer: Option A

Solution

Answer: Option A
Solution:
Keshgarh Fort is one of the ancient qilas that was constructed by 10th Guru of Sikhs, Shri Guru Gobind Singh Ji at Anandpur Sahib for the defense of the Sikhs. It is considered as one of the most sacred places of Sikhs. It is spread over three storeys and made with beautiful white marble stone. Guru Gobind Singh Ji spent 25 years at Anandpur Sahib to protect the Sikhs from the hill Rajas or Mughals. The Guru began the construction of five defensive qilas (forts) all around the town in 1689 and it took a period of about 10 years to complete the fort.