Which monument is known as the 'Jewel of Muslim Art in India'? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which monument is known as the 'Jewel of Muslim Art in India'?
A. Red Fort
B. Qutub Minar
C. Humayun's Tomb
D. Taj Mahal
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The Taj Mahal is often described as the 'Jewel of Muslim Art in India' because of its exquisite Mughal architecture and intricate ornamentation.

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Practice More Important Monuments of India Questions

Question #1
The spectacular monument 'Tomb of Rabia-ud-Daurani' (Bibi Ka Maqbara) was designed by an architect named Ata-ullah. Who was his father?
A. Mirak Mirza Ghiyas
B. Inayat Khan
C. Ustad Ahmad Lahori
D. Ustad Isa

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Ata-ullah, the chief architect of Bibi Ka Maqbara, was the son of Ustad Ahmad Lahori, the principal architect of the grand Taj Mahal in Agra.

Question #2
The temple complex declared a UNESCO site in 1986 includes:
A. Khajuraho
B. Both
C. Hampi
D. Konark

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Both Khajuraho and Hampi are UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Question #3
The historic monument 'Tomb of Safdarjung' features a layout plan that was directly modeled on which earlier grand Mughal structure?
A. Humayun's Tomb
B. Tomb of Itmad-ud-Daula
C. Akbar's Tomb
D. Taj Mahal

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
The Safdarjung Tomb built in 1754 copied the classic Charbagh layout and double-dome elevation concept directly from Humayun's Tomb.