TNPSC Thervupettagam

Gyanvapi Mosque Survey Report

January 31 , 2024 171 days 298 0
  • A report by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has said that a large Hindu temple existed before the construction of the Gyanvapi Masjid in Varanasi.
  • It was claimed that there was “reuse of pillars and pilasters of pre-existing structure in existing structure.
  • The Gyanvapi mosque was built 600 years ago by a zamindar (landlord) of Jaunpur, Uttar Pradesh.
  • It was renovated by Mughal emperor Akbar during his rule.
  • Then the expansion and renovation of the Gyanvapi mosque was done by Mughal emperor Aurangzeb.

Leave a Reply

Your Comment is awaiting moderation.

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Categories