Question

The famous historical monument, Atala Mosque, is associated with the_________.
A. Sultans of Delhi
B. Mughal rulers
C. Sharqi rulers
D. Rohilla rulers

Answer 1

Hint: Atala mosque is in Jaunpur, Uttar Pradesh which was built on the destroyed remains of a Hindu temple which is still visible in the present structure.

Complete answer: Atala Mosque was built by a Shaqi ruler, Ibrahim Shah Sharqi in 1408 A.D. It was built on the destroyed remains of a Hindu temple which is still visible in the present structure. Earlier Atala Devi temple was built by King Vijay Chandra. this temple was located near Atala Masjid but later destroyed by Ibrahim brother of Sultan Firoz Shah Tughlaq III as it was demolished in 1364 CE e and then Ibrahim ki completed the most in 1408 CE. The style of this Masjid’s architecture is known as Sharqi style. The inner walls and pillars still reflect Hindu Temple structures.
Looking at the options given:
Option A. Sultans of Delhi built many tombs and complexes like Buland Darwaza, Hauz Khas complex, Qutub Minar and Lodi garden. It is an incorrect option.
Option B. Mughal era is famous for architecture. They built monuments like Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Taj Mahal and Fatehpur Sikri. It is an incorrect option.
Option C. Atala Mosque was built by Sharqi ruler Ibrahim Shah Sharqi. This is the correct answer.
Option D. Gulistan -i- Rehmat was built by Rohilla ruler. It is an incorrect option.
Therefore, Option C is correct.

Note: Atala Mosque was the first mosque to be built after the independence of the state from Delhi and the establishment of the Sharqi dynasty.