Question

Who commissioned the construction of Bibi ka Maqbara, and in whose memory was it built?

• A. Emperor Shah Jahan, in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal
• B. Emperor Akbar, in memory of his wife Empress Mariam
• C. Emperor Aurangzeb, in memory of his wife Dilras Banu Begum
• D. Emperor Jahangir, in memory of his wife Empress Nur Jahan

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Emperor Aurangzeb, in memory of his wife Dilras Banu Begum

- This renowned 17th-century Mughal-era monument is located in the city of Aurangabad, Maharashtra. - It was commissioned by Emperor Aurangzeb in 1660, it was built in memory of his wife, Dilras Banu Begum, who passed away during childbirth in 1657. - Often referred to as the 'Taj of the Deccan' due to its striking resemblance to the Taj Mahal, the structure features domes, minarets, and intricate marble screens inside.