Who built the Jaisalmer fort in 1156 AD?
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The Correct answer is option 4 i.e. Rawal Jaisal.
The Jaisalmer Fort, also known as Sonar Quila or the Golden Fort, was built in 1156 AD by Rawal Jaisal, a Bhati Rajput ruler and the founder of Jaisalmer city. Located in the Indian state of Rajasthan, the fort is made of yellow sandstone, which gives it a golden appearance, especially at sunrise and sunset. Strategically positioned on Trikuta Hill, the fort served both as a defensive stronghold and a center of trade. It is one of the largest living forts in the world, with people still residing within its walls, making it a unique blend of history and daily life.
Other Options:
Prithviraj Chauhan
Incorrect – He was a famous Chauhan ruler of Delhi and Ajmer, but he had no role in building the Jaisalmer Fort.
Jai Singh Prabhakar Bahadur
Incorrect – He was a much later ruler and had no connection to the fort's construction in the 12th century.
Rao Maldo Rathore
Incorrect – He was a Rathore ruler of Marwar, not Jaisalmer, and lived in the 16th century, centuries after the fort was built.