Question

The rulers of Bhopal Shajehan Begum and Sultana Jehan Begum provided monetary support for the preservation of the ancient site
1. Saranath pillar
2. Sanchi stupi
3. Humayun tomb
4. Shersha's tomb

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 2 : Sanchi stupi

The correct answer is Sanchi stupi.

• The Bhopal Begums made a significant contribution to the preservation of the Sanchi Stupa.
• The following is a list of their key contributions.
  • The monarchs of Bhopal, Shahejahan Begum and her successor Sultan Jahan Begum, donated considerable donations to the upkeep of the Sanchi Stupa.
  • A museum was erected near the stupa, largely because to Begum Sultan Jahan Begum's financial help.
  • Europeans also contributed to the stupa's preservation.
  • The plaster cast duplicates of the stupa pillars were taken by the French and British to be displayed in museums in France and Britain, respectively.
  • They also helped financially to the stupa's preservation.