The Red Fort (Lal Qila) of Delhi was built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan. Construction began in 1639 when Shah Jahan decided to shift his capital from Agra to a new city, Shahjahanabad (old Delhi). This massive fortress served as the imperial residence and a symbol of Mughal power for over two centuries. The correct answer is (A) Shah Jahan.
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The construction of the magnificent Red Fort (Lal Qila) in Delhi was commissioned by Emperor Shah Jahan. It was built as the palace fortress for his new capital, Shahjahanabad, starting in 1639 and completed in 1648. The fort is renowned for its massive red sandstone walls, elaborate planning and iconic structures like the Diwan-i-Aam and Diwan-i-Khas. The fort’s design represents the zenith of Mughal architecture and urban planning during Shah Jahan’s reign.