The Taj Mahal: A Symbol of Love and Beauty

Description: The Taj Mahal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is an iconic symbol of love and beauty. This quiz tests your knowledge about this architectural marvel.
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In which city is the Taj Mahal located?

  1. Agra

  2. Delhi

  3. Jaipur

  4. Mumbai


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Taj Mahal is located in the city of Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India.

Who commissioned the construction of the Taj Mahal?

  1. Shah Jahan

  2. Akbar

  3. Aurangzeb

  4. Jahangir


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Taj Mahal was commissioned by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife, Mumtaz Mahal.

What is the primary material used in the construction of the Taj Mahal?

  1. Marble

  2. Sandstone

  3. Granite

  4. Limestone


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Taj Mahal is primarily constructed using white marble, which was sourced from Makrana, Rajasthan.

Which river flows near the Taj Mahal?

  1. Yamuna

  2. Ganges

  3. Brahmaputra

  4. Narmada


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Taj Mahal is located on the banks of the Yamuna River.

What is the height of the Taj Mahal's main dome?

  1. 60 meters

  2. 80 meters

  3. 100 meters

  4. 120 meters


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The height of the Taj Mahal's main dome is approximately 60 meters.

How many years did it take to complete the construction of the Taj Mahal?

  1. 10 years

  2. 15 years

  3. 20 years

  4. 25 years


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The construction of the Taj Mahal took approximately 20 years, from 1632 to 1653.

Which architect is credited with designing the Taj Mahal?

  1. Ustad Ahmad Lahauri

  2. Mir Abdur-Rahim

  3. Makramat Khan

  4. Amanat Khan


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ustad Ahmad Lahauri is widely credited as the chief architect of the Taj Mahal.

What is the name of the garden surrounding the Taj Mahal?

  1. Charbagh

  2. Mughal Garden

  3. Persian Garden

  4. Paradise Garden


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The garden surrounding the Taj Mahal is known as the Charbagh, which is a type of Mughal garden.

What is the significance of the four minarets at the corners of the Taj Mahal?

  1. They represent the four corners of the world

  2. They symbolize the four pillars of Islam

  3. They provide structural support to the main dome

  4. They serve as observation towers


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The four minarets at the corners of the Taj Mahal primarily serve as structural support to the main dome.

Which precious stones are inlaid into the walls of the Taj Mahal?

  1. Diamonds

  2. Rubies

  3. Emeralds

  4. Sapphires


Correct Option:
Explanation:

The walls of the Taj Mahal are inlaid with various precious stones, including diamonds, rubies, emeralds, and sapphires.

What is the estimated cost of constructing the Taj Mahal?

  1. 10 million rupees

  2. 100 million rupees

  3. 1 billion rupees

  4. 10 billion rupees


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The estimated cost of constructing the Taj Mahal is approximately 1 billion rupees (in today's value).

Which UNESCO World Heritage Site is the Taj Mahal a part of?

  1. Taj Mahal Complex

  2. Agra Fort

  3. Fatehpur Sikri

  4. Qutub Minar Complex


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Taj Mahal is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site known as the Taj Mahal Complex.

What is the approximate number of tourists who visit the Taj Mahal annually?

  1. 1 million

  2. 5 million

  3. 10 million

  4. 20 million


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Taj Mahal attracts approximately 10 million tourists annually.

Which famous poet wrote a poem about the Taj Mahal?

  1. Rabindranath Tagore

  2. William Wordsworth

  3. John Keats

  4. Percy Bysshe Shelley


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Rabindranath Tagore wrote a poem titled 'Taj Mahal' in which he praised the beauty and grandeur of the monument.

What is the significance of the Taj Mahal as a symbol of love?

  1. It was built as a tomb for a beloved wife

  2. It represents the enduring love between a couple

  3. It is a symbol of marital fidelity

  4. It is a testament to the power of love


Correct Option:
Explanation:

The Taj Mahal holds significance as a symbol of love due to its construction as a tomb for a beloved wife, its representation of enduring love, its symbolism of marital fidelity, and its testament to the power of love.

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