Question

Who built the Chittorgarh Fort?
A. Mourya Rulers
B. Gupta Ruler
C. Chola Rulers
D. Pandya Rulers

Answer 1

Hint:
Chittorgarh fort is having a long and bright history from the time it was built. The fort had been under the control of many rulers. Different rulers at a different time were related to this fort since the 7th century.

Complete step by step solution:
There are many legends of history related to Chittorgarh and with Chittorgarh fort. As per the history experts, Chittorgarh was previously known as Chitrakut. It was ruled by Morris. But, some other experts say that Chitraranga built this fort and therefore it was named as Chittorgarh. There was also a legend in which it is stated that Bhima who was the brother of Yudhishthir, struck the ground. That portion of ground has become a large reservoir of water and is popular as the Bhimlat Kund.
The Chittorgarh Fort always reflects the Rajput valour, pride, sacrifice, and loyalty towards the motherland. This fort is situated 175 kilometres to the east of Udaipur and is named after Chitrangad Mori of the Maurya dynasty. Maurya rulers built this fort in the 7th century A.D. Recently in the year 2013, it was declared as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.

Additional information:
This fort was attacked many times. It was attacked by Alauddin Khilji, Khizr Khan, Bahadur Shah, Akbar.

Hence, the correct answer is option A.

Note:
Many legends believed that Bappa Rawal was the Guhila ruler. He either captured the fort or he got it as dowry. It is also famous that Moris was defeated by Arabs. Further, Bappa Rawal defeated the Arabs and hence he captured this fort.