Q. Jaunpur city was founded in memory of whom? [UPPSC 2002]
Answer: Muhammad Bin Tughlaq
Notes: Jaunpur was founded by Firoz Shah Tughlaq in 1359 CE in memory of Muhammad bin Tughlaq (Jauna Khan). The city's name derives from Jauna and is situated on the Gomati River. Firoz Shah established it as a tribute after Muhammad bin Tughlaq’s death.
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