Agra Fort was built by which Mughal emperor? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Agra Fort was built by which Mughal emperor?
A. Babur
B. Shah Jahan
C. Jahangir
D. Akbar
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Akbar built the Agra Fort between 1565 and 1573, using red sandstone, and it became the seat of Mughal power until Shah Jahan moved to Delhi.

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Practice More Important Monuments of India Questions

Question #1
The world heritage monument 'Sun Temple at Modhera' features a beautiful hall where 12 pillars represent the 12 aspects of the Sun God. What is this hall called?
A. Guda Mandapa
B. Sabha Mandapa
C. Natya Mandapa
D. Garbhagriha

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
The Sabha Mandapa (Assembly Hall) at Modhera Sun Temple is an open pillared structure used for religious gatherings, featuring 12 beautifully carved pillars representing months of the solar cycle.

Question #2
The unique natural cave monument 'Krem Liat Prah' in Meghalaya is situated within which specific hill range ecosystem?
A. Jaintia Hills (Shnongrim Ridge)
B. Khasi Hills
C. Garo Hills
D. Mikir Hills

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Krem Liat Prah is situated in the Shnongrim Ridge of East Jaintia Hills district in Meghalaya, amidst a complex karst limestone network.

Question #3
The historic 'Vishwa Shanti Stupa' in Rajgir, Bihar, features four spectacular statues of Lord Buddha. What do these statues represent?
A. Four major stages of Buddha's life (Birth, Enlightenment, Teaching, Mahaparinirvana)
B. Four directions of the cosmos
C. Four noble truths
D. Four past incarnations of Buddha

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
The gold-colored statues embedded into the four sides of the white peace pagoda depict Buddha's Birth, Enlightenment, First Sermon, and Death.