Who was the chief architect of the Taj Mahal, widely recognized as one of the finest architectural achievements of Mughal history? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Who was the chief architect of the Taj Mahal, widely recognized as one of the finest architectural achievements of Mughal history?

A. Mirak Mirza Ghiyas

B. Abdu-l-Hamid Lahori

C. Ustad Ahmad Lahori

D. Inayat Khan

Answer: Option C

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Ustad Ahmad Lahori is historicially acknowledged as the principal architect of the Taj Mahal, built under the orders of Emperor Shah Jahan.

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The Great Stupa at Sanchi is one of the oldest stone structures in India.

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