The monumental 'Buland Darwaza' at Fatehpur Sikri is made primarily of which building material? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The monumental 'Buland Darwaza' at Fatehpur Sikri is made primarily of which building material?

A. Pure white Makrana marble blocks

B. Granite blocks covered in lime mortar

C. Black basalt stone with plaster work

D. Red and Buff Sandstone with white marble inlay

Answer: Option D

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Buland Darwaza is constructed using high-quality red and buff sandstone, adorned with intricate white and black marble carvings and inscriptions.

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