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ART_ARC_1997_157

High Mughal Architecture

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1997

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ShahjahanabadRed FortTaj Mahal

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Which of the following statements about Temple Architecture are true? (i) The freestanding (mortar & stone) temples are supposed to have originated in the Gupta period. (ii) Ladkhan which is one of the earliest temple belongs to Chalukya of Badami. (iii) In Khajuraho temples, all the compartments of the temple are connected internally and externally. (iv) Kailashnath temple at Kanchi is the earliest freestanding temple of Dravid style.

Which of the following inscriptions of Ashoka bans animal sacrifice on certain festive gathering, that probably included a ban on animal killing as well?

Match list-I with list-II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists: | List-I | List-II | | :--- | :--- | | A. 'Lotus bud' fringe on the underside of the arch | 1. Sharqis | | B. Emergence of octagonal tomb | 2. Vijayanagara | | C. Use of Bodegoi in the Pillar | 3. Khaljis | | D. Massive entrance gate with inclined walls | 4. Tughluqs |

Which historical monument in Delhi is a synthesis of Persian and Indian styles of Architectures?

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ID: ART_ARC_1997_157 Ref: Mughal Architecture by R. Nath

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