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Question
Shah Jahan’s reign was an age of splendour and cultural brilliance. In this context, discuss:
Taj Mahal
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Solution
The construction of the Taj Mahal took over 20 years and cost one crore rupees at the time. Built from pure white marble, it is richly adorned with semi-precious stones and intricate lace-like screens. The monument features an octagonal design, a majestic dome, and four tall minarets, all set within a stunning garden layout.
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This is a picture of a 17th century-CE monument, built-in red sandstone by a Mughal emperor.

Identify the monument.
This is a picture of a 17th century-CE monument, built-in red sandstone by a Mughal emperor.

Where is it located?
This is a picture of a 17th century-CE monument, built-in red sandstone by a Mughal emperor.

Who built this monument?
