India Exam Junction
9. Maharaja Ranjit Singh acquired the Kohinoor diamond from:
Bahadur Shah-II
Muhammad Ghori
Afghan King Shah Shuja
Ibarahim Lodhi
Correct Answer :
Afghan King Shah Shuja
Solution
Maharaja Ranjit Singh acquired the Kohinoor diamond from Afghan King Shah Shuja in 1813. Shah Shuja sought refuge in Punjab and handed over the diamond to Ranjit Singh in exchange for his protection and support. The Kohinoor later became part of British Crown Jewels after the annexation of Punjab in 1849.