Question

Which of these was NOT built by Mughals?
a. Jagannath Temple
b. Taj Mahal
c. Fatehpur Sikri

Answer 1

Answer : Jagannath Temple

"Jagannath Temple" was not built by Mughals.

Extra Information :-

• The Jagannath temple was built by the Ganga dynasty king Anantavarma Chodaganga in 12th century CE.

• The other two options - Taj Mahal and Fatehpur sikri were built by Mughals.

• The Jagannath Temple is located at Puri in the state of Orissa.

• The Jagannath temple is an important Hindu temple which is dedicated to lord Jagannath (Vishnu).

• This temple is an important pilgrimage destination for Hindus.

• This temple is famous for its annual Rath Yatra or chariot festival.

Answer 2

The correct answer is option - a - Jagannath temple.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION :

>> Jagannath Temple was constructed by Anantavarman from Ganga dynasty.

>> Jagannath is located in Puri district in Odisha.

>> The diety in this temple is lord Vishnu.

>> Jagannath temple is one of the famous piligrimage centres to Hindus.

>> Fathehpur Sikri is a city constructed by Akbar.

>> Fatehpur Sikri is located in Uttar Pradesh.

>> Akbar is the third emperor of Mughal Empire.

>> Tajmahal was constructed by Shahjahan as a memorial to his wife Mumtaz Mahal.