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Q20 (CDS-I/2003) History & Culture › Art & Architecture › Indo-Islamic architecture Answer Verified

Which one of the following structures was constructed by Emperor Akbar in Fatehpur Sfcri?

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Emperor Akbar founded Fatehpur Sikri in 1571 as his capital, incorporating a unique blend of Islamic and Hindu architectural styles [t1][t2]. Among the most significant structures he commissioned there is the Panch Mahal, a five-storied pillared pavilion designed for relaxation and entertainment [t3][t5]. The building is noted for its tiered structure and numerous columns, reflecting the syncretic architectural vocabulary of Akbar's reign [t2]. In contrast, the other options are located elsewhere: the Moti Mahal and Rang Mahal are prominent structures within the Red Fort in Delhi, primarily associated with the later reign of Shah Jahan [t6]. The Hira Mahal is also a later Mughal addition in Delhi. Thus, the Panch Mahal is the correct structure built by Akbar at Fatehpur Sikri [c4][t1].

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  1. [1] https://www.tajmahal.gov.in/fatehpur-sikri.aspx
  2. [2] https://jogamayadevicollege.ac.in/uploads/1585044615.pdf
  3. [3] https://whc.unesco.org/en/list/255/
  4. [4] History , class XI (Tamilnadu state board 2024 ed.) > Chapter 14: The Mughal Empire > Architecture > p. 217
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