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Which ruler started the construction of the city of Fatehpur Sikri, a fortified city built to commemorate a victory in the 16th century?

easy MCQ 1 mark Class 7 · History · Rulers and Buildings
  1. Humayun
  2. Akbar
  3. Shah Jahan
  4. Aurangzeb
Answer
Akbar

The correct answer is Akbar — Thus, the ruler who started its construction was Akbar.

Step-by-step solution

  1. Identify the ruler associated with Fatehpur Sikri.
  2. Recall that Akbar founded the city after his victory over the Rajputs.
  3. Thus, the ruler who started its construction was Akbar.
Common mistake: Confusing Fatehpur Sikri with Fatehpur Sikri, thinking it was built by another ruler

Concept tested: Mughal patronage of architecture

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