UPSC History The Mughal Empire Question Bank Mughal Period / Sur Dynasty

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    Which were the two distinctive features of the architecture of Shahjahan's reign?
    1. Use of Marble
    2. Cusped arches
    3. Simplicity
    4. Use of beams
    Select the correct answer from the codes given below:

    A)  1 and 2

    B)  1 and 3

    C)  2 and 3

    D)  1 and 4

    Correct Answer: A

    Solution :

     Mughal architecture flourished under the patronage of Shah Jahan. The Taj Mahal, the mausoleum at Agra and the fortress-palace complex at Delhi are some of his remarkable creations. The architectural style of Shah Jahan constituted double domes, cusped arches and parks around the monuments. The builders of the period took extra care of symmetry and balance and paid great attention to ornamental intricacies. White marble was used incessantly and was a preferred building material.


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