The historic Humayun's Tomb complex in Delhi, widely recognized as an early precursor to the Taj Mahal style, was commissioned by which royal family member? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The historic Humayun's Tomb complex in Delhi, widely recognized as an early precursor to the Taj Mahal style, was commissioned by which royal family member?
A. Hamida Banu Begum (Haji Begum)
B. Gulbadan Begum
C. Maham Begum
D. Nur Jahan
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Humayun's Tomb was commissioned by his chief consort Empress Bega Begum (also called Haji Begum) beginning in 1565 AD, and designed by Persian architect Mirak Mirza Ghiyas.

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