Question

Which of the following is considered as the first garden-tomb on the Indian subcontinent?

• A. Isa Khan's Tomb
• B. Safdarjung's Tomb
• C. Humayun's Tomb
• D. Sikandar Lodi's Tomb

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Humayun's Tomb

The first garden-tomb on the Indian subcontinent is Humayun's Tomb. Humayun's Tomb is located in Delhi. This tomb, built in 1570, is of particular cultural significance as it was the first garden-tomb on the Indian subcontinent. It inspired several major architectural innovations, culminating in the construction of the Taj Mahal.