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Which Mughal Emperor constructed the 'Moti Masjid' (Pearl Mosque) inside the Red Fort in Delhi?

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

Answer options

  1. Shah Jahan
  2. Aurangzeb
  3. Jahangir
  4. Bahadur Shah I

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Aurangzeb

Explanation: ✅ Correct Answer: B) Aurangzeb 📚 Explanation: It is important to distinguish between the two famous Moti Masjids built by the Mughals. While Shah Jahan built the large white marble Moti Masjid inside the Agra Fort, Aurangzeb built a smaller, private Pearl Mosque inside the Red Fort in Delhi for his personal use. This mosque is a fine example of later Mughal architecture, characterized by its pure white marble and delicate carvings.