Multiple choice

The world famous 'Peacock Throne' was kept in which of the following Mughal buildings?

  1. Diwan-i-Khas at Fatehpur Sikri

  2. New Agra Fort

  3. The Rang Mahal of the Red Fort at Delhi

  4. The Diwan-i-Am of the Red Fort at Delhi
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D Correct answer
Explanation

The Peacock Throne was commissioned by Shah Jahan and was housed in the Diwan-i-Am (Hall of Public Audience) of the Red Fort in Delhi. It was an elaborate throne adorned with precious jewels, including the Kohinoor diamond. Fatehpur Sikri's Diwan-i-Khas and Rang Mahal housed other imperial functions but not the Peacock Throne.

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