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    Itmad-ud-Daula tomb is situated in which of the following cities?
    Question

    Itmad-ud-Daula tomb is situated in which of the following cities?

    A.

    Guntur

    B.

    Lucknow

    C.

    Delhi

    D.

    Agra

    Correct option is D

    The correct answer is: (d) Agra
    Explanation:
    · The Tomb of Itmad-ud-Daula is located in Agra, Uttar Pradesh and is often referred to as the " Baby Taj".
    · It was commissioned by Nur Jahan, wife of Emperor Jahangir, for her father Mirza Ghiyas Beg (Itmad-ud-Daula).
    Information Booster:
    · Built between 1622–1628 CE.
    · First Mughal structure made entirely of white marble.
    · Precursor to the Taj Mahal in style and design.
    · Contains intricate pietra dura (stone inlay) work.
    · Represents transition from red sandstone to marble in Mughal architecture.
    · Situated on the banks of the Yamuna River.
    Additional Information:
    · Guntur – City in Andhra Pradesh; not linked to Mughal monuments.
    · Lucknow – Known for Bara Imambara and Nawabi architecture.
    · Delhi – Has Mughal monuments like Humayun's Tomb, but not Itmad-ud-Daula.

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