Question

When was Fatehpur Sikri founded, and how long did it serve as the capital of the Mughal Empire?

• A. Founded in 1585, capital from 1571 to 1590
• B. Founded in 1571, capital from 1569 to 1585
• C. Founded in 1569, capital from 1585 to 1600
• D. Founded in 1569, capital from 1571 to 1585

Answer 1

Answer:

D. Founded in 1569, capital from 1571 to 1585

- Fatehpur Sikri, the city, primarily built from red sandstone, is located 37 km from Agra, Uttar Pradesh. - It is founded in 1569 by the renowned Mughal Emperor Akbar, Fatehpur Sikri served as the capital of the Mughal Empire from 1571 to 1585. - However, due to an insufficient water supply, the capital was relocated to Delhi in 1586.