Question

Who founded the city of Faridabad in Haryana ?

1. Raja Nuhar Singh
2. Jahangir
3. Sheikh Farid
4. Malik Mahdud Khan

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 3 : Sheikh Farid

The correct answer is Sheikh Farid.

• Sheikh Farid founded the city of Faridabad in Haryana.

• Faridabad
  • It was founded in 1607 A.D.
  • Shaikh Farid built a fort, a tank and a mosque, which are now in ruins.
  • Later, it became the headquarters of a pargana, which was held in jagir by the Ballabgarh ruler.
  • Faridabad became 12^th district of Haryana state on 15th August 1979.

• Faridabad's famous Place:
  • Badkhal Lake
  • Suraj Kund
  • Nahar Singh Mahal