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SSC GD 2019 PYQ — Question 50

SSC GD Constable (English) - 15 Feb 2019 Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q50

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With which Mughal ruler is the Moti Masjid in Agra associated?

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Shah Jahan.

  • The Moti Masjid was built by Emperor Shah Jahan (1628–1658) at the highest point of the Agra Fort complex.
  • It was completed in 1655, having taken seven years to build.
  • The mosque sits on a plinth and consists of a large courtyard surrounded by continuous arches and a prayer hall.
  • The Moti Masjid is a congregational mosque located within the Agra Fort UNESCO World Heritage Site.