Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

General Knowledge

Topic

Medieval History

Question:

Which Sikh Guru laid the foundation of holy city of Amritsar?

Options:

Guru Nanak

Guru Ram Das

Guru Teg Bahadur

Guru Gobind Singh

Correct Answer:

Guru Ram Das

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option 2- Guru Ram Das

Amritsar was founded by Sri Guru Ram Das ji, the fourth guru of the Sikhs in about 1574 A.D. Before the city was founded, the area was covered with thick forests and had several lakes. To start the city the Guru invited 52 traders from different sectors belongings to nearby places like Patti and Kasur to settle here.