Question

Where is Gol Gumbaz located?

• A. <!--td {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--> Delhi
• B. <!--td {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--> Lucknow
• C. <!--td {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--> Bijapur
• D. <!--td {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--> Agra

Answer 1

The correct option is C <!--td {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--> Bijapur

Gol Gumbaz was constructed by the Brahmani sultans in the year 1656. The name was derived from Gola gummata meaning circular dome. Bijapur was the capital of the Brahmani sultans and the Gol Gumbaz was constructed as a sign of their wealth and resources.