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Who constructed Humayun’s tomb in Delhi?

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

Answer options

  1. Babar
  2. Akbar
  3. Haji Begam
  4. Humayun

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Haji Begam

Explanation: The correct answer is C. Haji Begam. Humayun’s Tomb in Delhi was constructed by his widow, Haji Begam, also known as Bega Begum, in memory of her husband, the Mughal emperor Humayun. The construction began around 1565 CE, during the reign of Akbar, and was completed in 1572 CE. It is considered one of the earliest examples of Mughal architecture in India and greatly influenced the later construction of the Taj Mahal.