Question

Which ruler built the Jaipur city?
A. Amar Singh
B. Shah Alam
C. Rai Singh
D. Sawai Jai Singh

Answer 1

Hint: The city of Jaipur was founded on 18 November, 1727. The city is one of the first well planned and designed cities and is based on the understanding of Vastu Shastra. The large and elaborate structure of the city is still the centre of attraction for tourists from all over the world and continues to revel in its grandeur.

Complete answer: The city of Jaipur was found and established by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II in the year 18 November 1727. Prior to this, his capital had been the city of Amber. The need for the change of the capital arose because of the growing population of the city and the need for more space. Not just that, the city of Amber had faced an acute shortage of water which was found in sufficient quantities in Jaipur. Hence, it was selected for the establishment of the new capital.

The art and architecture of the city were prepared by consulting many theories on the subject and after a lot of discussions. The Vastu Shastra, which still today remains an important theme for many Indian architectural identities, was consulted for the city layout. The concerns of security blended with architectural marvel had been prescribed in the planning and execution and still remains the point of tourist attraction for people from all over the world.
Thus, the correct option is (D).

Note: Popularly known as the “Pink City”, Jaipur has a particular event attached to this name. The pRince of Wales had visited the city in 1878 and to welcome him, the entire city was painted in Pink colour. Then onwards, this name has been attached to the history of the city.