Previous Year Question
Asirgarh Fort at Burhanpur, known as the “Gateway to the Deccan”, was built by which of the following Yaduvanshi Ahir rulers?
A.
Shivdatt Ahir
B.
Ishwarsen Ahir
C.
Asa Ahir
D.
Harsingh Ahir
Correct Answer: C
Detailed Solution
According to the official Madhya Pradesh Tourism account, Asirgarh Fort is associated with the Yaduvanshi Ahir ruler Asa Ahir, who is credited with building the fort.
Its strategic position on an important route linking northern India with the Deccan made the fort extremely significant, which is why it became known as the “Gateway to the Deccan.” The Burhanpur district administration also uses this description for Asirgarh Fort.