The unique structural landmark 'Adhai Din Ka Jhonpra' in Ajmer was built by destroying or converting which preexisting ancient building? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The unique structural landmark 'Adhai Din Ka Jhonpra' in Ajmer was built by destroying or converting which preexisting ancient building?
A. A traditional Jain stepwell temple
B. A Sanskrit College and Saraswati Temple founded by Vigraharaja IV
C. A major Buddhist monastery complex
D. A Chandela dynasty fort citadel
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Qutb-ud-din Aibak converted a grand ancient Hindu-Jain Sanskrit learning college (Saraswati Kanthabharana) into a mosque, retaining many original carved pillars.

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Correct Answer: Option C


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Correct Answer: Option C


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