Which of the following architecture is a memorial of Aurangzeb's wife, Dilras Banu Begum?

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  1. Jama Masjid
  2. Bibi Ka Maqbara
  3. Shah Begum's Tomb
  4. Taj Mahal

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Option 2 : Bibi Ka Maqbara
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The correct answer is Bibi Ka Maqbara.Key Points

  • Bibi Ka Maqbara is also known as the "Tomb of the Lady".
  • It is located in Aurangabad, India, and was built by Aurangzeb in memory of his wife Dilras Banu Begum.
  • The architecture of the tomb is similar to that of the Taj Mahal, with the use of white marble and intricate designs.
  • However, it is often referred to as the "Poor Man's Taj Mahal" due to its smaller size and simpler design.
  • It is considered to be one of the few examples of Mughal architecture in the Deccan region of India

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  • Jama Masjid is a mosque located in Delhi, India, built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in the 17th century.
  • Shah Begum's Tomb is located in Bhopal, India, and was built in memory of Sultan Shah Jahan Begum, one of the female rulers of Bhopal.
  • Taj Mahal is a mausoleum located in Agra, India, built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal.
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