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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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