Question

Who among the following built the famous Alai Darwaza?
A: Allaudin Khilji
B: Babur
C: Ibrahim Lodhi
D: Shahjahan

Answer 1

Hint: The famous Alai darwaza is the main entrance gate from the southern side of the Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque in the Qutub Minar complex in Mehrauli. The dome shaped gateway is decorated with red sandstone and white marbles.

Complete Step by Step Answer:
Option A: Allaudin Khilji was the second Khilji Sultan of Delhi. He built Alai Darwaza in 1311 AD. The gateway building is known for the splendid use of symmetry design. Hence it is the correct answer.

Option B: Babur was the founder of the Mughal Empire in Indian subcontinent. He built monuments like Baburi Masjid, Jama Masjid, Kabuli Bagh Mosque, Panipat Mosque etc. Hence it is the incorrect answer.

Option C: Ibrahim Lodhi was the last ruler of the Lodhi dynasty and ruled for nine years until being defeated at the famous Battle of Panipat by Babur. He built the tomb of Sikandar Lodhi which is situated in Lodhi Gardens in Delhi. Hence it is the incorrect answer.

Option D: The period of Shahjahan’s reign is known as the golden period of architecture in India. He built the famous Taj Mahal and Moti Masjid in Agra and the Jama Masjid and Red Fort in Delhi. Hence it is the incorrect answer.

The correct answer is option A as Alai darwaza was built by Allaudin Khilji.

Note: While answering this question, do not confuse Alai Darwaza with Buland Darwaza which is the entrance gate of the Jama Masjid at Fatehpur Sikri, built by the great Mughal emperor Jalaluddin Akbar.