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(a) Describe the characteristic features of Mughal Architecture.(200 words) |
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Answer» 1) The Mughals built mostly mausoleums, mosques, palaces, and forts. The Mughals were influenced by Hindu/Muslim and Persian styles. This is known as Indo-Islamic architecture.2) Mughal architecture featured domes, minarets with cupolas, grandly constructed gateways, and ornamental design.3) White marble was greatly favored as building material, followed by red sandstone.4) The charbagh or garden is divided into four parts.5) There is an extensive use of tile work |
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