The exquisite architectural landmark 'Atala Mosque', featuring a massive, sloping pylon facade characteristic of the Sharqi style, is located in: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The exquisite architectural landmark 'Atala Mosque', featuring a massive, sloping pylon facade characteristic of the Sharqi style, is located in:
A. Dhar
B. Gaur
C. Mandu
D. Jaunpur
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Sultan Ibrahim Shah Sharqi completed the iconic Atala Mosque at Jaunpur in 1408 CE, a building famous for its grand arched screen portals that drew inspiration from Tughlaq designs.

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Question #1
In the administration of the Delhi Sultanate, the department of 'Diwan-i-Arz', which looked after the military affairs, was created by which Sultan?
A. Ghiyasuddin Balban
B. Alauddin Khalji
C. Iltutmish
D. Muhammad bin Tughlaq

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Balban established the 'Diwan-i-Arz' (military department) to structurally upgrade the army, enhance its operational efficiency, and counter the internal and external threats to the Sultanate.

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Question #2
The Persian translation of the classic collection of stories 'Panchatantra' executed under Akbar's royal patronage was titled:
A. Safinat-ul-Auliya
B. Hamzanama
C. Anvar-i-Suheyli
D. Razmnama

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
The Panchatantra was translated into Persian by Abul Fazl under the elegant title 'Anvar-i-Suheyli' (The Lights of Canopus).

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The 'Qutb Shahi' dynasty ruled from Golkonda and Hyderabad. Which ruler built the Charminar?
A. Sultan Quli Qutb Shah
B. Abdullah Qutb Shah
C. Ibrahim Qutb Shah
D. Muhammad Quli Qutb Shah

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Muhammad Quli Qutb Shah built the Charminar in 1591.

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