It is a decorative art technique of inlaying polished colored gemstones into white marble to create floral or geometric patterns.

Evolution of Mughal Marble Style

UPSC Archival Analysis

Q: Itmad-ud-Daula's tomb at Agra was built by-

The tomb of Itimad-ud-Daula in Agra was built by Empress Nur Jahan in memory of her father. It is famous for being the first Mughal building to use white marble and extensive Pietra Dura inlay.

Exam Year

2008

Evidence Source

Link

ID: MED_MUG_2008_160 Ref: Standard Educational Reference