History and Significance of the Taj Mahal

Who was responsible for the construction of the Taj Mahal?

• Akbar the Great

• Babur

• Aurangzeb

• Shah Jahan

What was the fate of Shah Jahan after the completion of the Taj Mahal?

• He became the emperor of India

• He was exiled to Persia

• He continued to rule until his death

• He was put under house arrest by his son

Which of the following gemstones was used in the decoration of the Taj Mahal?

• Diamond from South Africa

• Lapis lazuli from Afghanistan

• Emerald from Colombia

• Ruby from Burma

What environmental issue has affected the Taj Mahal's appearance?

• Flooding from the Yamuna River

• Air pollution causing yellowing

• Earthquakes causing structural damage

• Sandstorms eroding the surface

What method was used to clean the marble of the Taj Mahal during restoration?

• High-pressure water jets

• Fuller's mud application

• Sandblasting

• Chemical bleaching