The construction of Charminar in Hyderabad was completed in which year?

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AAI ATC Junior Executive 27 July 2022 Shift 3 Official Paper

Answer 1

The correct answer is 1591 AD.Key Points

Charminar was built by Sultan Mohammed Quli Qutb Shah in 1591 AD.
It is said that the square-shaped structure with four pillars and intricate carvings was built in honour of his wife, Bhagmati.
The inscription on the foundation stone is translated as ‘Fill this my city with people as, Thou hast filled the river with fishes, O Lord.’ This also indicates that the monument was built to mark the city’s foundation as well.
An Iranian architect Mir Momin Astrawadi, who had settled in Hyderabad, designed Charminar. It presents an imposing structure that has clearly withstood the test of time. It is a square-shaped monument with four pillars, one on each side.
The architectural design of Charminar is inspired from the Shia “tazias”. These Tazias were built in memory of Hussain, who was the son-in-law of Prophet Muhhamed and had lost his life in the battle of Karbala.
The square shape of the monument measures 20 meters on each side. Each side of the monument is 11 meter wide and overlooks the four prominent thoroughfares.
Charminar has been built with granite and lime mortar. The four pillars around Charminar represent the four caliphs. These pillars or minars are 48.7 meters high.

Important Points

There are many Historical places in Hyderabad. Some of them are Golconda Fort, Qutub Shahi Tombs, Makkah/Mecca Masjid, Chowmahalla Palace, and Paigah Tombs.