Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

General Knowledge

Topic

Medieval History

Question:

Which of the following ruler built the famous Gol Gumbaj at Bijapur?

Options:

Ibrahim Adil Shah

Muhammad Adil Shah

Ibdrahim Lodi

Bahaman Shah

Correct Answer:

Muhammad Adil Shah

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option 2- Muhammad Adil Shah

Gol Gumbaz was built by Mohammed Adil Shah, Sultan of Bijapur and the seventh ruler of the Adil Shahi dynasty. It was built in the year of 1656 is an imposing structure of national importance. The name finds its roots from the words Gola Gummata meaning circular dome and is known as the Taj Mahal of South India.