History Mughal Empire

Q. Who among the following attacked the Somnath temple?

A
Muhammad Ghori
B
Mahmud of Ghazni
C
Iltutmish
D
Qutb-ud-din Aibak

Correct Answer

Mahmud of Ghazni

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