Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

General Knowledge

Question:

The construction of Taj Mahal in Agra was completed in ______.

Options:

1654

1632

1648

1634

Correct Answer:

1648

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option 3- 1648

The construction of Taj Mahal in Agra was completed in 1648.

It was commissioned by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in 1632 in memory of his third wife Mumtaz Mahal, who died in childbirth and completed in 1648 AD, with the mosque, the guest house and the main gateway on the south, the outer courtyard and its cloisters were added subsequently and completed in 1653 AD.

The Taj Mahal is considered to be one of the most beautiful buildings in the world and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

The construction of the Taj Mahal took over 17 years and involved thousands of workers from all over the world. The white marble used to build the Taj Mahal was brought from over 300 kilometers away, and the precious stones were imported from all over Asia. The Taj Mahal is a testament to the skill and craftsmanship of the Mughal artisans who built it.

The Taj Mahal is a symbol of love and devotion, and it is one of the most popular tourist destinations in India. It is a must-see for anyone visiting India.