The historic 'Hari Parbat Fort' wall fortifications in Srinagar were originally initiated by which Mughal Emperor to secure the valley? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The historic 'Hari Parbat Fort' wall fortifications in Srinagar were originally initiated by which Mughal Emperor to secure the valley?
A. Akbar
B. Aurangzeb
C. Jahangir
D. Shah Jahan
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Emperor Akbar constructed the massive outer stone fortification wall around the hill in 1598 as part of his plans to establish a new city called Nagar Nagor.

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Question #1
The Great Stupa at Sanchi was originally commissioned by which Mauryan Emperor?
A. Chandragupta Maurya
B. Bindusara
C. Harsha
D. Ashoka

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
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A. Firoz Shah Kotla
B. Red Fort
C. Purana Qila
D. Tughlaqabad Fort

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
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Question #3
The Kashmiri Gate is a historic gate in which city?
A. Jaipur
B. Srinagar
C. Delhi
D. Agra

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
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