The construction of Humayun's tomb was completed by:
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Biga Begum.
- The construction of Humayun's Tomb was completed by Biga Begum, also known as Haji Begum, the widow of Emperor Humayun.
- After Humayun’s death in 1556, Bega Begum commissioned the tomb in Delhi, which became one of the earliest examples of Mughal architecture in India.
- She supervised its construction meticulously, employing Persian architects and artisans, which resulted in a grand garden-tomb design that inspired later monuments, including the Taj Mahal.
- Completed in 1572, the tomb reflects a fusion of Persian and Indian architectural styles, with its charbagh (four-part) garden layout, red sandstone, and white marble detailing.
- Bega Begum’s efforts ensured Humayun’s legacy was immortalized in a monumental structure.