What was the 'Sher Mandal' within Purana Quila used for?

It was an octagonal tower built by Sher Shah as a pleasure resort, later used by Humayun as a library, from where he famously fell and died.

Medieval Fortifications in India

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Q: Who built 'Purana Quila' of Delhi in its present form?

Sher Shah Suri is credited with building the Purana Quila in its present form after he captured Delhi from Humayun. He added the massive walls, iconic gateways, and the Qila-i-Kuhna mosque.

Exam Year

2016

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ID: MED_MUG_2016_58 Ref: Standard Educational Reference