Which palace facade in Jaipur, built in 1799 by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh, has 953 small windows called jharokhas?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds)
- Step 1: The Hawa Mahal, also known as the Palace of Winds, was built in 1799 by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh and designed by Lal Chand Ustad. Answer: Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds). It derives its name from its 953 windows, known as jharokhas, arranged in a honeycomb-like pattern. Why not the others: City Palace, Jaipur, Jal Mahal and Umaid Bhawan Palace don't fit.
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