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__________was the first Mughal Emperor to acquire Koh-i-noor diamond

A. Humayun

B. Akbar

C. Jahangir

D. Shah Jahan

Answer: Option C

Solution(By Examveda Team)

The Mughal Emperor who was the first to acquire the Koh-i-noor diamond was Jahangir. The Koh-i-noor diamond is one of the most famous and valuable diamonds in history, known for its size and historical significance.

Jahangir, the fourth Mughal emperor, acquired the Koh-i-noor diamond when it was in the possession of Rana Amar Singh of Mewar. The diamond eventually became part of the Mughal treasury and passed down through generations of Mughal emperors.

Option A: Humayun was not the first Mughal emperor to acquire the Koh-i-noor diamond.
Option B: Akbar, Jahangir's father, did not acquire the Koh-i-noor diamond during his reign.
Option D: Shah Jahan, known for building the Taj Mahal, did not acquire the Koh-i-noor diamond.

Therefore, the correct option is Option C: Jahangir, who was the first Mughal Emperor to acquire the Koh-i-noor diamond.

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Comments ( 1 )

  1. Vishal Katyan
    Vishal Katyan :
    2 years ago

    It was Humayun

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