The 'Hauz Khas' in Delhi was built by: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The 'Hauz Khas' in Delhi was built by:
A. Muhammad bin Tughlaq
B. Alauddin Khalji
C. Iltutmish
D. Firuz Shah Tughlaq
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Alauddin Khalji built the Hauz Khas (lake) for supplying water to the city.

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