Question

Where is Hazarduari located?
1. Panaghar
2. Murshidabad
3. Krishnanagar
4. Bandel

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 2 : Murshidabad

The correct answer is Murshidabad.

• Murshidabad is one of the best destinations for heritage tourism in West Bengal.
• The name defines the palace. Hazarduari translates to 1000 doors. (hazar – 1000, duar – door).
• This majestic palace was built in the 19th century by architect Duncan Macleod.
• The city was then ruled by Nawab Nazim Humayun Jah of Bengal, Bihar, and Orissa (1824–1838).
• The palace is located on the eastern banks of the Bhagirathi river within an enclosure called the Kila Nizamat.
• The perimeter of the palace also houses the Nizamat Imambara, Wasif Manzil, Bacchawali Tope, and the Murshidabad Clock Tower.