Who built the Hawa Mahal at Jaipur?

Correct option is D

Ans. (d)
The Hawa Mahal in Jaipur was built by Sawai Pratap Singh in 1799. This iconic structure, known as the "Palace of Winds," was designed by architect Lal Chand Ustad in the shape of Lord Krishna’s crown.
The purpose of the Hawa Mahal was to allow royal women to observe street festivals and daily life through its intricate lattice windows without being seen, adhering to the practice of purdah.
Information Booster
1. Made of red and pink sandstone, it blends Rajput and Mughal architectural styles.
2. The palace has 953 small windows (jharokhas), promoting natural ventilation.
3. It is located on the edge of the City Palace in Jaipur.
Additional Knowledge
· Sawai Man Singh (Option a): Contributed to modernizing Jaipur but did not build Hawa Mahal.
· Sawai Jai Singh First (Option b): Founded Jaipur and built Jantar Mantar.
· Sawai Jai Singh Second (Option c): Continued architectural developments in Jaipur.
· Sawai Pratap Singh (Option d - Correct): Built the Hawa Mahal.