Here are 11 fascinating general knowledge questions about the Taj Mahal, one of the most iconic landmarks in the world. Each question comes with four options, so pick the one that you think is correct. The average score for this quiz is 7 out of 11, so let’s see if you can beat the average! Don’t worry, we’ll provide you with the correct answers at the end. But before that, make sure to comment your answer down below. If you enjoy our quiz, don’t hesitate to share it with your friends and see how well they perform! Let’s test your knowledge on this magnificent white beauty.
1. In which city is the Taj Mahal located?
a) Agra
b) Jaipur
c) New Delhi
d) Mumbai
2. What material was used to construct the Taj Mahal?
a) Granite
b) Limestone
c) Marble
d) Sandstone
3. Who commissioned the construction of the Taj Mahal?
a) Akbar the Great
b) Aurangzeb
c) Shah Jahan
d) Babur
4. What was the purpose behind the construction of the Taj Mahal?
a) A palace for the emperor
b) A temple for the public
c) A mausoleum for the emperor’s wife
d) A fort for the army
5. How many minarets does the Taj Mahal have?
a) 1
b) 2
c) 4
d) 6
6. What is the style of architecture of the Taj Mahal?
a) Gothic
b) Baroque
c) Mughal
d) Romanesque
7. Which river runs next to the Taj Mahal?
a) Yamuna
b) Ganges
c) Brahmaputra
d) Indus
8. Who designed the Taj Mahal?
a) Ustad Ahmad Lahauri
b) Shah Jahan
c) Nur Jahan
d) Akbar the Great
9. What is the meaning of the word “Taj Mahal”?
a) Crown of Palaces
b) Palace of Love
c) Palace of Mirrors
d) Crown of Miracles
10. When was the Taj Mahal declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site?
a) 1979
b) 1989
c) 1999
d) 2009
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