The 'Taj Mahal' construction took approximately: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The 'Taj Mahal' construction took approximately:
A. 10 years
B. 15 years
C. 30 years
D. 20 years
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
It was completed around 1648-1653.

Discuss this Question (0)

No comments yet. Be the first to start the discussion!

Practice More Medieval History of India Questions

Question #1
The 'Futuh-i-Alamgiri' is a chronicle of whose reign?
A. Jahangir
B. Akbar
C. Shah Jahan
D. Aurangzeb

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Futuh-i-Alamgiri was written by Muhammad Kazim and describes Aurangzeb's campaigns in the Deccan.

This question belongs to: History GK Medieval History of India
Question #2
The brilliant Maratha cavalry victory at the Battle of Palkhed (1728 CE) was achieved by Baji Rao I against the forces of:
A. The Mughal Emperor Muhammad Shah
B. The Portuguese
C. Nizam-ul-Mulk of Hyderabad
D. Nawab of Awadh

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Baji Rao I used swift cavalry maneuvers to outflank and cut off the supplies of Nizam-ul-Mulk's army, forcing the Nizam to sign the Treaty of Mungi Shevgaon and recognize Maratha tax rights.

This question belongs to: History GK Medieval History of India
Question #3
The 'Chandragiri' fort in Andhra Pradesh was associated with which empire?
A. Golkonda
B. Qutb Shahi
C. Vijayanagara
D. Bahmani

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Chandragiri served as a later capital of the Vijayanagara Empire after the fall of Hampi.

This question belongs to: History GK Medieval History of India