The architect of Humayun's Tomb was: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The architect of Humayun's Tomb was:

A. Turkish

B. European

C. Indian

D. Persian

Answer: Option D

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Which specific Sultan of Delhi shifted two Ashokan stone pillars from Khizrabad and Meerut and re-erected them in Delhi?

A. Muhammad bin Tughlaq

B. Sikandar Lodi

C. Firoz Shah Tughlaq

D. Alauddin Khalji

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Firoz Shah Tughlaq had a deep fascination for ancient monuments. He arranged for Ashokan pillars to be carefully transported on large multi-wheeled carts to Delhi, placing one atop his palace at Feroz Shah Kotla.

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The 'Tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah' is known for:

A. Pietra dura work

B. Red sandstone

C. Dome architecture

D. Minarets

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Correct Answer: Option A

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It features exquisite inlay work and is a precursor to Taj Mahal.

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Who was the Portuguese explorer who reached India by sea in 1498?

A. Christopher Columbus

B. Bartolomeu Dias

C. Ferdinand Magellan

D. Vasco da Gama

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Correct Answer: Option D

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Vasco da Gama landed at Calicut in 1498, opening the sea route to India.

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