Humayun’s Tomb is located in Delhi, India. Commissioned by his senior widow, Haji Begum and completed in 1570, it is a magnificent example of early Mughal architecture. Its distinctive design, featuring a double-dome and Charbagh (four-part) garden, served as a crucial architectural precursor to the later Taj Mahal in Agra. The correct answer is (C) Delhi.
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Humayun’s Tomb is situated in Delhi and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Built in the mid-16th century, it was the first garden-tomb on the Indian subcontinent. The tomb is notable for its perfect symmetry, use of red sandstone and white marble and the introduction of the Persian-style double dome. It marked the beginning of a distinct Mughal architectural style, profoundly influencing subsequent imperial mausoleums.