Question

The Taj Mahal was built by who among the following?

• A. Babar
• B. Jahangir
• C. Shah Jahan
• D. Akbar

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Shah Jahan

Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan

• The Taj Mahal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, was commissioned by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan.
• Construction of the mausoleum began around 1632 AD and was completed in 1653 AD.
• Shah Jahan, the fifth Mughal emperor, reigned from 1628 to 1658.
• He was the son of Emperor Jahangir and grandson of Emperor Akbar.
• The Taj Mahal was built as a tomb for his favorite wife, Mumtaz Mahal, who died in 1631.
• The complex is considered the finest example of Mughal architecture, a blend of Indian, Persian, and Islamic styles.
• Key architects involved in the project are believed to include Ustad Ahmad Lahori, who is often credited as the chief architect.
• The construction involved over 20,000 artisans and laborers from across the Mughal empire, Persia, and Central Asia.
• The main mausoleum is built of white marble, inlaid with semi-precious stones.
• The Taj Mahal complex also includes a main gateway, an elaborate garden, a mosque, and a guest house.
• It is located on the right bank of the Yamuna River in Agra, India.
• The Taj Mahal is one of the most famous and recognizable structures in the world, attracting millions of visitors annually.