RRB Nsg. Superintendent-20 July 2019 (Shift-2)
General Knowledge
Easy

World heritage site ‘Fateh Sikri’ is situated in which of the following States?

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Explanation

  • Fatehpur Sikri is a historic city founded by the Mughal Emperor Akbar.
  • It is located in the Agra district of the state of Uttar Pradesh.
  • The city served as the capital of the Mughal Empire for a short period (1571-1585).
  • It was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1986 for its exceptional Mughal architecture.

Why Other Options Were Wrong

  • Option A: Rajasthan is a neighboring state to Uttar Pradesh and rich in its own historical sites, but Fatehpur Sikri is not located within its borders.
  • Option C: Madhya Pradesh is a state in central India, located south of Uttar Pradesh. It does not contain Fatehpur Sikri.
  • Option D: There is a historical connection, but it's not locational. The Buland Darwaza at Fatehpur Sikri was built to celebrate Akbar's victory in Gujarat.

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Clinical Relevance
  • Nursing practice connection: This is primarily an exam-oriented knowledge point with limited direct bedside application, so retain Geographical location of historical monuments in India as background academic context rather than a clinical decision trigger.
  • General knowledge questions are a common component of nursing entrance examinations, assessing a candidate's overall awareness and intellectual curiosity beyond the core nursing subjects.
  • A broad knowledge base, including history and geography, contributes to being a well-rounded professional and can aid in better communication and rapport with patients from diverse backgrounds.
  • What if the question asked about the founder of Fatehpur Sikri? The answer would be Emperor Akbar, shifting the focus from geography to history.
How to Approach the Question
  • This is a factual recall question based on Indian history and geography.
  • Identify the key place name in the question: 'Fatehpur Sikri'.
  • Access your general knowledge about major historical sites in India.
  • Recall that Fatehpur Sikri is closely associated with the Mughal Emperor Akbar and the city of Agra.
  • Determine the state in which Agra is located, which is Uttar Pradesh.
  • Compare this information with the given options to select the correct answer.
Concept Tested & Keywords
  • Concept Tested: Geographical location of historical monuments in India.
  • Stem keywords: World heritage site, Fateh Sikri, States
  • Lead-in keywords: situated in

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