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The Charminar was constructed by which of the following dynasties?​
Question

The Charminar was constructed by which of the following dynasties?​

A.

​Pandya​

B.

​Chera​

C.

​Chalukya ​

D.

​Qutb Shahi​

Correct option is D

  •   Charminar was built by Muhammad Quli Qutb Shah.
  •  The Charminar is a monument and mosque located in Hyderabad, Telangana, constructed in 1591.
  •    The fifth ruler of the Qutb Shahi dynasty, Muhammad Quli Qutb Shah, built the Charminar after shifting his capital from Golkonda to the newly formed city of Hyderabad.
  •   Architect: Mir Momin Astarawadi.
  • Situated on the east bank of the Musi river.
  •    Charminar is also a site of festival celebrations, such as Eid-ul-Adha and Eid al-Fitr.

Incorrect options Explanation:

  • The Chalukya dynasty was a Classical Indian dynasty that ruled parts of southern and central India from the 6th to the 12th centuries.
  •  The Pandyas were a Tamil dynasty that ruled in the southernmost part of India.
  • The Chera dynasty was one of the principal lineages to have ruled over southern India in early history. The Cheras controlled the central and northern parts of Kerala and the Kongu region of Tamil Nadu and was a prosperous kingdom owing to its trade with the Romans.

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