Qutub Minar - GS questions based on daily current affairs

1)   The Qutub Minar was dedicated to

a. A Sufi Saint
b. The Emperor himself
c. The Emperor’s queens
d. Achievements of the Emperor
Answer  Explanation 

ANSWER: A Sufi Saint

Explanation:
It was dedicated to the Sufi saint Qutbuddin Bakthiyar Kaki. The balconies of this tower were projected from the main building and it was the proof of the architectural skills of that period.
2)   The construction of Qutub Minar was completed during the reign of

a. Alauddin Khalji
b. Qutbuddin Aibak
c. Iltutmish
d. Balban
Answer  Explanation 

ANSWER: Iltutmish

Explanation:
Apart from completing the construction of Qutub Minar at Delhi, the tallest stone tower in India (238 ft.), he built a magnificent mosque at Ajmir. The most magnificent building of the 13th century was the Qutub Minar which was founded by Aibek and completed by Iltutmish.

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