5 Questions
Which city served as the capital of the Mughal Empire during the reign of Akbar?
Sikri
What material was used to construct the fort of Agra?
Red sandstone
What was the purpose of building the Buland Darwaza in Fatehpur Sikri?
To serve as the main entrance to the fort
Why did Akbar decide to build a new capital in Fatehpur Sikri?
To be closer to the dargah of Shaikh Muinuddin Chishti
What was the significance of the white marble tomb commissioned by Akbar in Sikri?
It was a symbol of religious tolerance
Study Notes
Mughal Empire Under Akbar
- Fatehpur Sikri served as the capital of the Mughal Empire during the reign of Akbar.
- The fort of Agra was constructed using red sandstone.
- The Buland Darwaza in Fatehpur Sikri was built to commemorate Akbar's victorious campaign in Gujarat.
- Akbar decided to build a new capital in Fatehpur Sikri to honor the Sufi saint Shaikh Salim Chishti and to create a new city that would serve as a center of Arab and Persian culture.
- The white marble tomb commissioned by Akbar in Sikri was built to honor Shaikh Salim Chishti, and it marked the beginning of a new architectural style in India.
Test your knowledge of the Mughal Empire's capital cities with this quiz. Explore the shifting capitals and significant landmarks, such as the red sandstone fort of Agra.
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