The 'Buland Darwaza' was built to commemorate Emperor Akbar's victory over which place?

The 'Buland Darwaza' was built to commemorate Emperor Akbar's victory over which place? Correct Answer Gujarat

The correct answer is Gujarat.

  • The 'Buland Darwaza' was built to commemorate Emperor Akbar's victory over Gujarat.

Key Points

  • Architecture during Akbar's rule:
    • Akbar’s time saw improvement in architecture.
    • Akbar built Fatehpur Sikri, Agra Fort, Lahore Fort, Allahabad Fort, and Humayun’s Tomb in Delhi.
    • A fusion of Indo-Persian style was seen in Humayun’s Tomb.
    • In Agra Fort, importance was given to Gujarat and Bengal Architectural School.
    • Fatehpur Sikri, the greatest creation of Akbar houses Diwan-i-Khas, Diwan-i-Am, Panch Mahal, Jodhabai’s Palace, Birbal’s Palace, Buland Darwaja, and the Tomb of Salim Chisti outside the enclosure.
    • He won Gujarat in 1572. In order to commemorate his victory of Gujarat, Akbar built Buland Darwaza at Fatehpur Sikri. 
  • It formed the main entrance to Fatehpur Sikri.
  • It is the Highest Gateway in India.

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