Question
Which 13th-century 1193 CE monument was built by Qutb-ud-din Aibak?
The correct answer is
Qutub Minar
Detailed Explanation:
The construction of the Qutub Minar was initiated by Qutb-ud-din Aibak, the founder of the Delhi Sultanate, around 1192–1193 CE.
About Qutub Minar:
- It is a 13th-century victory tower (minaret) located in Delhi.
- Built to celebrate Muslim rule in India after the defeat of the Rajput ruler Prithviraj Chauhan.
- Construction started by Qutb-ud-din Aibak, but was later completed and expanded by his successor Iltutmish.
Key Features:
- Height: about 73 meters
- Made of red sandstone and marble
- Part of the Qutub Complex (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
Important Note:
- Aibak also built the Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque (1193 CE) inside the same complex.
- But in GK questions referring to a “1193 CE monument” or “13th-century monument built by Qutb-ud-din Aibak,” the expected answer is usually Qutub Minar.
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