The historic 'Sher Mandal', an octagonal two-story red sandstone tower inside Purana Qila where Humayun fell to his death, was originally built by whom? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The historic 'Sher Mandal', an octagonal two-story red sandstone tower inside Purana Qila where Humayun fell to his death, was originally built by whom?
A. Sher Shah Suri
B. Islam Shah Suri
C. Humayun
D. Akbar
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The Sher Mandal was constructed by Sher Shah Suri during his reign inside the Purana Qila complex, later used by Humayun as a library room.

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Practice More Important Monuments of India Questions

Question #1
The historic 'Hazarduari Palace' in Murshidabad, West Bengal, was designed by which famous British military engineer?
A. William Emerson
B. Charles Wyatt
C. Duncan Macleod
D. Robert Tor Russell

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Hazarduari Palace was built between 1829 and 1837 under the supervision of Colonel Duncan Macleod of the Bengal Engineers.

Question #2
The magnificent 'Chennakeshava Temple' at Belur, a UNESCO World Heritage site since 2023, was commissioned by which Hoysala King?
A. Ballala II
B. Narasimha I
C. Vishnuvardhana
D. Someshwara

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
The Chennakeshava Temple at Belur was commissioned by the Hoysala King Vishnuvardhana in 1117 CE to celebrate an important military victory.

Question #3
The historical site 'Erra Matti Dibbalu' (Red Sand Dunes), a unique geological monument of national importance, is located in which coastal city?
A. Kochi
B. Chennai
C. Puri
D. Visakhapatnam

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Erra Matti Dibbalu are rare deeply dissected red sand dunes located along the coast near Visakhapatnam in Andhra Pradesh, recognized as a geo-heritage site.