7th Class Social Science Rulers and Buildings

  • question_answer 8)
    What role did the Yamuna play in the layout of the new Mughal city at Shahjahanabad?  

    Answer:

    The city of Shahjahanabad that Shahjahan constructed in Delhi was established on the one side of river Yamuna. But in Agra the constructions were done on both sides of the river Yamuna. The imperial palace commanded the river-front. Only specially favoured nobles—were given access to the river. All others had to construct their homes in the city away from the River Yamuna. Thus, the Yamuna played an important role in the layout of the new Mughal city at Shahjahanbad.  


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