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History || Mughal Architecture

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Question 1

With reference to the tomb architecture of the Mughals, choose the incorrect statement.

Question 2

Consider the following about Mughal architecture:
1). Shahjahan’s reign was the Golden age in Mughal architecture and he was called the Engineer and the Architect for his technical perfection.
2). A new technique called Petra durra (inlaid mosaic work) was introduced for the first time under Shahjahan.
Which of the above is/are correct?

Question 3

Consider the following statements with reference to Mughal architecture:
1- The tomb of Itmad-uddaulah was the first Mughal work made completely of white marble.
2- Taj Mahal features use of charbagh style garden, foresighting techniques, arabesque style but lacks any pietra dura work.
Which of the following is/are incorrect?

Question 4

Which of the following statements are true about Mughal Emperor Akbar's architecture?
I. Use of Red sandstone in construction.
II. Creation of new capital city at Fatehpur Sikri.
III. Blend of Islamic and Hindu elements in architectural style.
IV. Humayun's Tomb, on which the design of the Taj Mahal is modeled, was built by his son Akbar.

Question 5

Taj Mahal represents the which of the following architectural style?
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