Correct option is B
Ans. (b)
Adhai-Din-Ka-Jhonpra, located in Ajmer, was originally a Sanskrit College before being converted into a mosque.
Explanation:
· It was constructed during the rule of Chauhan King Vigraharaja IV (Visaladeva).
· The site was later modified by Qutb-ud-din Aibak in 1199 AD, converting it into a mosque.
· The name "Adhai-Din-Ka-Jhonpra" (Two-and-a-Half-Day Hut) reflects its quick construction.
Information Booster:
1. The structure is a blend of Hindu and Islamic architectural styles.
2. It features intricate carvings, columns, and domes.
3. The site symbolizes the transition from Hindu to Islamic rule in northern India.
4. Ajmer is also home to the Dargah Sharif, making it a significant religious hub.
Additional Knowledge:
· Mosque: Adhai-Din-Ka-Jhonpra served as a mosque post-conversion.
· Tomb: Ajmer is famous for the Dargah of Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti, not this site.
· Royal Palace: Taragarh Fort in Ajmer served as a royal residence, not this site.
