The legendary diamond 'Koh-i-Noor' was originally mined in which southern Indian kingdom before finding its way to the Mughal treasury? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The legendary diamond 'Koh-i-Noor' was originally mined in which southern Indian kingdom before finding its way to the Mughal treasury?
A. Golconda Sultanate
B. Vijayanagara Empire
C. Bijapur Sultanate
D. Madurai Nayakas
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
The Koh-i-Noor diamond was unearthed in the Kollur Mine, which fell under the territory of the Golconda Sultanate, historically famous for its vast diamond trade.

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