Question : "Siri", the second city of Delhi, was built by____________.
Option 1: Sher Shah Suri
Option 2: Prithviraj Chauhan
Option 3: Alauddin Khalji
Option 4: Firuz Shah Tughlaq
Correct Answer: Alauddin Khalji
Solution : The correct option is Alauddin Khalji.
Alauddin Khalji, the second ruler of the Khalji Dynasty of the Delhi Sultanate, founded Siri. He established Siri as a new city in 1303, primarily to defend against Mongol invasions. The location of Siri is believed to be in the vicinity of the present-day Siri Fort area in New Delhi. The city served as the seat of political and military power during his rule. It played a significant role in the defense of Delhi and was strategically positioned to counter external threats.
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Option 3: Firuz Shah Tughlaq
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Option 1: Alauddin Khalji
Option 2: Muhammad bin Tughluq
Option 3: Jalal-ud-din Khalji
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