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History GK · Q134

Mughal Empire

Competitive Exams · History GK · question 134

Q134

Which of the following statement is related to the Mughal emperor Aurangzeb?

A.
Replaced many Hindu temples with mosques
Answer
B.
Promoted religious toleration
C.
Converted to Hinduism
D.
Presided over an era of religious harmony

Answer: Option A

Solution

Answer: Option A
Solution:
Mughal emperor Aurangzeb replaced many Hindu temples with mosques. The original Kashi Vishwanath Temple was demolished by Aurangzeb, the sixth Mughal emperor who constructed the Gyanvapi Mosque atop the original Hindu temple. Kashi Vishwanath was among the most renowned Hindu temples of India. Even today the pillars and the structure of the original temple can be clearly seen.