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[#176] What is the correct meaning of Khanqah?
Correct Answer

(C) The place where Sufi Mystics lived

Explanation

Solution: A khanqah or khaniqah (also transliterated as khankahs , khaneqa, khanegah or khaneqah) is a building designed specifically for gatherings of a Sufi brotherhood or tariqa and is a place for spiritual retreat and character reformation. In the past, and to a lesser extent nowadays, they often served as hospices for saliks (Sufi travelers), Murids (initiates) and talibs (Islamic students). Khanqahs are very often found adjoined to dargahs (shrines of Sufi saints), mosques and madrasas (Islamic schools).

[#177] Which one of the following rulers laid the foundation of a new town where the modern city of Agra stands?
Correct Answer

(B) Sikandar Lodi

Explanation

Solution: He founded a new town where the modern day Agra stands. He was known to be a kind and generous ruler who cared for his subjects.

[#178] Who started the Indian Reforms Association?
Correct Answer

(D) Keshav Chandra Sen

Explanation

Solution: The Indian Reform Association was formed on 29 October 1870 with Keshub Chunder Sen as president. It represented the secular side of the Brahmo Samaj and included many who did not belong to the Brahmo Samaj. The objective was to put into practice some of the ideas Sen was exposed to during his visit to Great Britain.

[#179] Buland Darwaza is the main entrance to the palace at
Correct Answer

(C) Fatehpur Sikri

Explanation

Solution: The Gate of Magnificience is situated at the entrance of the palace. It was built by Mughal Emperor Akbar in 1601 A.D. to celebrate his victory over Khandesh (Gujarat) and Ahmednagar in Deccan. It is situated at Fatehpur Sikri, Uttar Pradesh.

[#180] Bibi-Ka-Maqbara is located in India at
Correct Answer

(B) Aurangabad

Explanation

Solution: The Bibi Ka Maqbara is a tomb located in Aurangabad, Maharashtra, India. It was built by Mughal emperor Aurangzeb's son Azam Shah in the memory of his mother. It bears a striking resemblance to the famous Taj Mahal, the mausoleum of wife of Shah Jahan.