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[#211] Firoz Shah Tughlaq founded the Jaunpur city in 1358, in the memory of
Correct Answer

(A) Muhammad bin Tughluq

Explanation

Solution: Jaunpur, historically known as Sultan, has its historical dates from 1359 when the city was founded by the Sultan of Delhi Feroz Shah Tughlaq and named in memory of his cousin, Muhammad bin Tughluq, the whose given name was Jauna Khan.

[#212] The Mosque of Budaun was built by
Correct Answer

(C) Iltutmish

Explanation

Solution: The Jama Masjid or Great Mosque is a major mosque built in historic center of Budaun, Uttar Pradesh. The mosque was built by Iltutmish, the ruler of Delhi Sultanate that time. This mosque reflects Persian and Afghan architecture.

[#213] Who established the Zanjir-i-Adal at Agra to seek royal justice?
Correct Answer

(C) Jahangir

Explanation

Solution: In 1605, Prince Salim succeeded with the title Jahangir when he assumed the throne after the death of Akbar. He issued 12 ordinances. He is known for his strict administration of justice. He established Zanjir-i-Adil (chain of justice) at Agra for the seekers of royal justice.

[#214] Name the emperor who built Mariam-uz-Zamani's tomb.
Correct Answer

(B) Jahangir

Explanation

Solution: The Tomb of Mariam-uz-Zamani or Mariam's Tomb is the mausoleum of Mariam-uz-Zamani, the favorite and most influential consort of the Mughal Emperor Akbar. The tomb was built by her son Jahangir, in her memory between years 1623 - 1627 and is located in Sikandra, next to the Akbar's Tomb.

[#215] Who among the following Nawabs of Awadh was replaced by Mughal emperor Shah Alam II?
Correct Answer

(B) Asaf-ud-Daula

Explanation

Solution: Asaf-ud-daula was the fourth Nawab of Awadh who reigned from 1775 to 1797. He was chosen by Mughal Emperor Shah Alam II. He succeeded his father Shuja-ud-daula, who was the third Nawab of Awadh.