GK
FAMOUS PLACES IN INDIA
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Question
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Diwan-e-Khas of Red Fort
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Diwan-e-Aam of Red Fort
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Both (A) and (B)
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None of these
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Detailed explanation-1: -It was commissioned in the early 17th century by Emperor Shah Jahan and was located in the Diwan-i-Khas (Hall of Private Audiences, or Ministers’ Room) in the Red Fort of Delhi. It was named after a peacock as two peacocks are shown dancing at its rear.
Detailed explanation-2: -The original throne was subsequently captured and taken as a war trophy in 1739 by King Nadir Shah of Iran along with other spoils.
Detailed explanation-3: -The throne was seized along with other plunder when the Iranian conqueror Nādir Shāh captured Delhi in 1739.
Detailed explanation-4: -They were related to medieval architecture. For example, Diwan-i-aam (Hall of Public audience) and Diwan-i-Khas (Hall of Private audience) were built by Shah Jahan in the Agra fort. Diwan-i-Khas or Hall of Private Audience was where the emperor would consult with his advisors and meet important visitors.