Answer all questions carefully. Focus on who built which city, in what sequence, and the distinguishing features of each.
Delhi — A City of Seven Cities•hard•5 questions•~8 min
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Question 01
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Consider the following statements about the first city of Delhi, Qila Rai Pithora:
1. It was established by Prithviraj Chauhan who ruled from Delhi as his capital.
2. Lal Kot, the first known regular defence, was created by Anangpal, a Tomar ruler.
3. Ruins of Qila Rai Pithora are located near Qutub Minar.
4. Prithviraj Chauhan is also known as Rai Pithora.
Which of the above statements are correct?
Question 02
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Match the following cities of Delhi with their builders:
A. Siri — 1. Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq
B. Tughluqabad — 2. Alauddin Khilji
C. Jahanpanah — 3. Firuz Shah Tughlaq
D. Firozabad — 4. Muhammad-bin-Tughlaq
Question 03
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The present Purana Qila in Delhi is associated with which of the following?
Question 04
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Which of the following correctly describes the architectural significance of the city of Siri, the second city of Delhi?
Question 05
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Shahjahanabad, the seventh city of Delhi, was inaugurated in which year and on which occasion?
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