Fatehpur Sikri was founded by which ruler? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Fatehpur Sikri was founded by which ruler?
A. Shah Jahan
B. Jahangir
C. Akbar
D. Babur
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Akbar founded Fatehpur Sikri in 1571 as the capital of the Mughal Empire, but it was abandoned due to water scarcity.

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Question #1 Report Error
The iconic 'Victoria Memorial' in Kolkata features four grand statues flanking its main entrance gates, shipped from Italy. What do they represent?
A. The four main rivers of British India
B. Peace, Prosperity, Power, and Progress
C. Art, Architecture, Justice, and Charity
D. The four virtues of the British crown

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
The Italian marble allegorical sculptures surrounding the entrance represent abstract concepts: Art, Architecture, Justice, and Charity.

Question #2 Report Error
The Rock Garden in Chandigarh was created by whom?
A. Edwin Lutyens
B. Le Corbusier
C. Charles Correa
D. Nek Chand

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Nek Chand created the Rock Garden using recycled materials.

Question #3 Report Error
The monumental 'Buland Darwaza' at Fatehpur Sikri stands at a spectacular height of how many feet from the ground level?
A. 124 feet
B. 210 feet
C. 154 feet
D. 176 feet

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
The Buland Darwaza is approximately 54 meters (176 feet) high from the ground level including the approach stairs, making it one of the tallest gateways in the world.