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SSC CGL 2020 PYQ — Question 29

SSC CGL - 5th March 2020 Shift 1 • General Awareness • Q29

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In which year was the Nahargarh Fort in Jaipur built by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II?

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Correct answer: A

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The correct answer is option 1 i.e 1734.

  • Nahargarh Fort stands on the edge of the Aravalli Hills, overlooking the city of Jaipur in the Indian state of Rajasthan.
  • Along with Amer Fort and Jaigarh Fort, Nahargarh once formed a strong defence ring for the city. The fort was originally named Sudarshangarh, but it became known as Nahargarh, which means 'abode of tigers. 
  • Built mainly in 1734 by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh, the king of Jaipur, the fort was constructed as a place of retreat on the summit of the ridge above the city.