The Taj Mahal was built by which Mughal emperor? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The Taj Mahal was built by which Mughal emperor?
A. Shah Jahan
B. Jahangir
C. Akbar
D. Aurangzeb
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Shah Jahan constructed the Taj Mahal in Agra as a mausoleum for Mumtaz Mahal.

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