The magnificent 'Tomb of Khan-i-Jahan Tilangani', considered the first octagonal tomb built in Delhi, belongs to which dynasty period? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The magnificent 'Tomb of Khan-i-Jahan Tilangani', considered the first octagonal tomb built in Delhi, belongs to which dynasty period?
A. Sayyid Dynasty
B. Tughlaq Dynasty
C. Lodi Dynasty
D. Mamluk Dynasty
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Built in 1370 CE for the Prime Minister of Firoz Shah Tughlaq, this tomb introduced the octagonal design scheme later popular under Sayyids and Lodis.

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