Multiple choice

“Buland Darwaza” in Fatehpur Sikri was built by Akbar to commemorate

  1. His own coronation

  2. His conquest of the Deccan

  3. His conquest of Gujarat

  4. The birth of his son, Salim

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Explanation

The Buland Darwaza (Gate of Victory) was built by Akbar in 1575 to commemorate his successful conquest of Gujarat in 1573. It stands 54 meters high and is the highest gateway in the world. The conquest of Gujarat was a significant military achievement that brought immense wealth to the Mughal Empire.