The historical city and fortress 'Daulatabad Fort' (originally known as Devagiri) is located in which district of Maharashtra? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The historical city and fortress 'Daulatabad Fort' (originally known as Devagiri) is located in which district of Maharashtra?
A. Nashik
B. Ahmednagar
C. Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar (Aurangabad)
D. Pune
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Daulatabad Fort is a 14th-century fortified citadel located in the Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar (formerly Aurangabad) district of Maharashtra.

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