History • Medieval IndiaHard
Consider the architectural evolution under the Delhi Sultanate and Mughal Empire: 1. The 'true arch' stabilized with radiating voussoirs and keystones first appeared in Indian architecture during the Sultanate period, displacing the earlier trabeate lintel system. 2. The 'pietra dura' technique of inlaying semi-precious stones into white marble was introduced under Shah Jahan and prominently featured in the Taj Mahal. 3. The 'double dome' structural technique was first introduced in India in the tomb of Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq. Which of the statements given above are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only✓ Correct Answer
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2, and 3
💡 Solution & Explanation
The true arch with radiating voussoirs and keystones became prominent during the Delhi Sultanate, replacing older trabeate lintel designs, while pietra dura inlay work became a hallmark of Shah Jahan's architectural style as seen in the Taj Mahal. Statement three is incorrect because the double dome was first introduced in India in the Tomb of Sikandar Lodi, predating Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq's tomb.
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