History • Medieval IndiaHard
Analyze the features of the regional Sultanate architecture in medieval India: 1. The Atala Masjid at Jaunpur exhibits distinctive sloping pylons characteristic of the Sharqi style of architecture. 2. The Gol Gumbaz at Bijapur features the second-largest dome in the world supported by an innovative interlocking pendentives system without interior pillars. 3. The Adina Masjid at Pandua was constructed by the Ilyas Shahi dynasty of Bengal incorporating indigenous Bengali curved roof elements. Which of the statements given above are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3✓ Correct Answer
💡 Solution & Explanation
Sharqi architecture at Jaunpur is renowned for massive fortress-like walls and towering sloping pylons framing prayer hall facades. The Gol Gumbaz in Bijapur built by Adil Shah displays an enormous hemispherical dome engineered with acoustic whispering galleries. The Adina Masjid in Bengal reflects regional aesthetic adaptations including curved cornices mimicking bamboo huts. These architectural innovations demonstrate the synthesis of Islamic construction techniques with local indigenous building traditions.
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