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Subject: Medieval History Chapter: The Mughal Empire (1526-1856)

2014 PYQ

Question 69

Ibadat Khana at Fatehpur Sikri was

Choose one answer Athe mosque for the use of Royal Family BAkbar's private prayer chamber Cthe hall in which Akbar held discussions with scholars of various religions Dthe room in which the nobles belonging to different religions gathered to discuss religious affairs

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Correct answer: C

Correct Option: C Explanation: Akbar established the Ibadat Khana (“House of Worship”) at Fatehpur Sikri in 1575 for debates on theology and religious ideas. Option-wise Analysis: A: Incorrect - It was not the royal family’s congregational mosque. B: Incorrect - Its significance was organised interreligious debate, rather than a private prayer room. C: Correct - Correct: Akbar conversed with scholars and leaders of different faiths there. D: Incorrect - The debates were not limited to nobles; scholars and religious representatives participated.

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