The historic hill fort 'Gwalior Fort', described by Emperor Babur as 'the pearl among fortresses in India', was originally founded by which ruler? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The historic hill fort 'Gwalior Fort', described by Emperor Babur as 'the pearl among fortresses in India', was originally founded by which ruler?
A. Raja Man Singh Tomar
B. Yashwantrao Holkar
C. Suraj Sen
D. Madhavrao Scindia
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Gwalior Fort was originally founded in the 3rd century CE by a local chieftain named Suraj Sen, though its most famous palace (Man Mandir) was built by Raja Man Singh Tomar.

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