Mosques, Landmarks and Islamic Architecture
Which of the following correctly describes Jama Masjid, Delhi?
- A. The primary residence of the Ottoman sultans in Istanbul for centuries
- B. A medieval fortification in Cairo, Egypt, built by Salah ad-Din (Saladin)
- C. One of the largest mosques in India, built in the seventeenth century by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan ✓
- D. One of the oldest and largest mosques in the world, built in the early eighth century in Damascus, Syria
Correct answer
C. One of the largest mosques in India, built in the seventeenth century by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan
Explanation
'Jama Masjid, Delhi' refers to one of the largest mosques in India, built in the seventeenth century by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan.