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While in Rajasthan, I found out that people built the Red Fort using specific rocks taken from the city of Jaipur. These rocks were easy to carve. What am I talking about?

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Limestone

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Amphibolite

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Red sandstone

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Slate

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The correct option is C Red sandstone
Red sandstone is a type of sedimentary rock found near the city of Jaipur in Rajasthan. This rock is relatively soft and easy to carve. The famous Red Fort in Delhi was built using this rock.

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