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Ibadat Khana at Fatehpur Sikri was

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Ibadat Khana at Fatehpur Sikri was?

(a)

The mosque for the use of Royal Family.

(b)

Akbar’s private prayer chamber.

(c)

The hall in which Akbar held discussions with scholars of various religions.

(d)

The room in which the nobles belonging in different religions gathered to discuss religious affairs.

Answer:

(c)

Core Books/NCERT

Explanation

Ibadat Khana was a hall in Fatehpur Sikri, built by Emperor Akbar in the 16th century. It was used as a place for religious discussions and debates with scholars of various religions such as Islam, Hinduism, Jainism, Zoroastrianism, and Christianity. The hall was intended to promote religious tolerance and understanding among different faiths in Akbar`s court.