Mughal Monuments Quiz

The Taj Mahal, one of the most famous monuments in the world, was built in memory of which Mughal emperor's wife?

• Akbar

• Humayun

• Shah Jahan

• Aurangzeb

What type of stone was primarily used in the construction of the Taj Mahal?

• Red sandstone

• Black marble

• White marble

• Granite

The famous "Diwan-i-Aam" and "Diwan-i-Khas" are found in which Mughal monument?

• Fatehpur Sikri

• Agra Fort

• Red Fort

• Humayun's Tomb

Fatehpur Sikri, a city built by Akbar, was abandoned mainly due to:

• Poor security

• Lack of water

• Loss of political power

• Religious conflicts

The Badshahi Mosque, one of the largest mosques of its time, was built in Lahore by which Mughal emperor?

• Shah Jahan

• Babur

• Aurangzeb

• Jahangir

Humayun's Tomb was built in which architectural style, setting the trend for later Mughal architecture?

• Indo-Gothic

• Indo-Islamic

• Dravidian

• Hindu Temple Architecture