Q. Two principal monuments of Ala-ud-din Khilji’s reign the Jama’at Khana Masjid and Alai Darwaza were constructed at
(a) Agra
(b) Delhi
(c) Dhar
(d) Gulbarga
Ans: (b) Delhi
Explanation:
The two principal monuments of Ala-ud-din Khilji’s reign, the Jama’at Khana Masjid and Alai Darwaza, were constructed in (b) Delhi.
Ala-ud-din Khilji was the second ruler of the Khilji dynasty of the Delhi Sultanate, reigning from 1296 to 1316. During his rule, he undertook several architectural projects to enhance the grandeur of Delhi. The Jama’at Khana Masjid, also known as the Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque, was built within the Qutub Minar complex in Delhi. It is considered one of the earliest surviving mosques in India.
The Alai Darwaza, an imposing gateway, was constructed as the southern entrance to the Qutub Minar complex. It was named after Ala-ud-din Khilji and is known for its impressive architecture and intricate embellishments.
Both of these structures are located in Delhi and are significant landmarks from Ala-ud-din Khilji’s reign.