Question
Download Solution PDFIn which of the following cities is the Quwwat ul-Islam mosque situated?
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is Delhi.
Key Points
- Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque is situated in the Qutb complex in Delhi.
- It was built by Qutub-ud-din-Aibak in 1193 AD.
- The Quwwat-ul-Islam is best known for its tower of victory, celebrating the Muslim conquest of India.
- It is built of red sandstone, grey quartz, and white marble.
- It is an intricately designed structure built on the principles of construction and ornamentation which was another feature of Islamic architecture.
- Quwwat-ul Islam Mosque stands northeast of the Qutb Minar.
Additional Information
- Qutub-ud-din Aibak:
- He was the founder of the Slave dynasty.
- He assumed the title of 'Sultan' for the first time in the history of India.
- He made Lahore the capital and later Delhi.
- He was also known as 'Lakh Baksh' or giver of lakhs for his magnanimity, as he gave a lot of liberal donations.
- He started the construction of the Qutub Minar in the memory of Khawaja Qutubuddin Bhaktiyar Kaki but could complete only the first storey.
- Aibak is known for having commissioned the Qutb Minar in Delhi, and the Adhai Din Ka Jhopra in Ajmer.
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