The historic 'Bahu Fort' in Jammu was originally constructed by Raja Bahu Lochan. Which regional ruler later reconstructed and modernized it? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The historic 'Bahu Fort' in Jammu was originally constructed by Raja Bahu Lochan. Which regional ruler later reconstructed and modernized it?
A. Sultan Zain-ul-Abidin
B. Dogra Rulers (Maharaja Gulab Singh)
C. Ranjit Singh of Punjab
D. Mughal Governor Ali Mardan Khan
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
The fort was originally built over 3,000 years ago and was later thoroughly renovated, fortified, and extended by the Dogra rulers of Jammu and Kashmir.

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