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What was the occasion for Rana Kumbha’s construction of the “tower of victory’’ at Chittor ?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. His victory against Rao Jodha of Marwar
  2. His victory against Mahmud Khalji of Malwa
  3. His victory against Ahmed Shah of Gujarat
  4. His victory against Ibrahim Shah of Bengal

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: His victory against Mahmud Khalji of Malwa

Explanation: ✅ Correct Answer: B) His victory against Mahmud Khalji of Malwa 📚 Explanation: Rana Kumbha, the legendary ruler of Mewar, constructed the magnificent Vijay Stambha (Tower of Victory) at Chittorgarh fort to commemorate his historic military victory over the combined forces of Mahmud Khalji, the Sultan of Malwa, in 1448. The tower is a brilliant architectural marvel adorned with intricate carvings of Hindu deities. It stands as a powerful monument celebrating Rajput bravery and structural engineering from the medieval period.