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UGC NET December 2011 History
The marble stone used in the construction of the Taj Mahal was brought from
AAmber
BAurangabad
CKishangarh
DMakrana ✓ Correct
Correct answer: (D) Makrana — The marble for the Taj Mahal was brought from Makrana in Rajasthan, so the answer is Makrana.
Explanation
★The marble for the Taj Mahal was brought from Makrana in Rajasthan, so the answer is Makrana.
★Makrana marble is prized for its pure white colour and lasting strength.
★The Taj Mahal was built by Shah Jahan at Agra in memory of Mumtaz Mahal between 1631 and 1648.
★It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983.
★Precious stones for its inlay were gathered from across Asia, but the marble itself came from Makrana.
★The monument is the finest example of mature Mughal architecture in white marble.
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