SSC MTS 2024 PYQ — Question 60

SSC MTS - 23/10/2024 - (12:30 PM - 2:30 PM) • General Awareness • Q60

Diwan-i-Am, containing the marble canopy ornamented with beautiful panels of pietra dura work, is a part of which monument?

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is  option 2  i.e.  Red Fort .

The Diwan-i-Am, also known as the Hall of Public Audience, is a significant structure within the Red Fort complex in Delhi, India. It was built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in the 17th century. This hall was used by the emperor to hear and address the grievances of the general public. A notable feature of the Diwan-i-Am is the marble canopy (jharokha), richly adorned with intricate pietra dura (stone inlay) work, showcasing floral and geometric patterns. The Red Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, stands as a symbol of Mughal architectural brilliance and political authority during Shah Jahan’s reign.