Correct option is B
The correct answer is (b) Man Singh
Explanation:
- Gujari Mahal was built by Raja Man Singh Tomar of Gwalior in the 15th century.
- It was built for his favorite queen, Mrignayani, who was a Gujar by caste.
- Since the queen requested a separate palace with a constant supply of water from the Rai River, it was constructed.
- The palace is located within the Gwalior Fort complex.
- Today, the Gujari Mahal houses an Archaeological Museum.
Information Booster:
- Raja Man Singh Tomar was a great patron of music and authored Man Kautuhal.
- Gwalior Fort is known as the "Gibraltar of India".
Additional Knowledge:
Akbar (Option a)
- Built Fatehpur Sikri and Agra Fort, but not Gujari Mahal.
Tej Karan (Option c)
- Related to the Kachwaha lineage (Dulha Rai), not the builder of this specific palace.
Suraj Sen (Option d)
- The legendary founder of Gwalior city/fort, associated with the sage Gwalipa.
So the correct answer is (b)