Mosques, Landmarks and Islamic Architecture
Which of the following correctly describes Taj Mahal?
Difficulty: Easy
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This Easy Mosques, Landmarks and Islamic Architecture question asks: Which of the following correctly describes Taj Mahal? The correct choice is C. A Mughal mausoleum in Agra, India, built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal. Read the options below, commit to one, then use the explanation to see why that choice holds and why the others do not.
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- A. A structure in Istanbul originally built as a Byzantine cathedral and converted into a mosque after the Ottoman conquest of Constantinople in 1453
Why not A: “A structure in Istanbul originally built as a Byzantine cathedral and converted into a mosque after the Ottoman conquest of Constantinople in 1453” does not fit this question. The answer is A Mughal mausoleum in Agra, India, built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal.
- B. A palace and fortress complex in Granada, Spain, renowned for its intricate Islamic architecture and gardens
Why not B: “A palace and fortress complex in Granada, Spain, renowned for its intricate Islamic architecture and gardens” does not fit this question. The answer is A Mughal mausoleum in Agra, India, built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal.
- C. A Mughal mausoleum in Agra, India, built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal ✓
- D. A landmark of Safavid-era architecture in Isfahan, Iran, also known as the Imam Mosque
Why not D: “A landmark of Safavid-era architecture in Isfahan, Iran, also known as the Imam Mosque” does not fit this question. The answer is A Mughal mausoleum in Agra, India, built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal.
Correct answer
C. A Mughal mausoleum in Agra, India, built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal
Explanation
A Mughal mausoleum in Agra India built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal is the term that matches Which of the following correctly describes Taj Mahal option C Option A A structure in Istanbul originally built as a Byzantine cathedral and converted into a mosque after the Ottoman conquest of Constantinople in does not fit this question Option B A palace and fortress complex in Granada Spain renowned for its intricate Islamic architecture and gardens does not fit this question Option D A landmark of Safavid-era architecture in Isfahan Iran also known as the Imam Mosque does not fit this question For this Mosques Landmarks.
Source: Islamic Studies Official Reference Guide
Tags: FPSC, PPSC, NTS, Islamic Studies, Mosques, Landmarks and Islamic Architecture
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