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Ashi Sharma

Question 11GS1GS1

[Implicit question about Vijayanagarae dynasty architecture and urban features]

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Main Body

Vijayanagarae dynasties comprise of 4 ruling lineages namely Saluva, Tulva, Aravida during '14-17th century' in present day south India.

Key Architecture Features:

1Urban Planning - Abdu Razzak has highlighted that vijayanagarae cities:

1.1 4 layers of fortification

1.2 lower laid out roads

1.3 highly developed irrigation & water management clean

1.4 stratification between small & large houses highlighting clear delineation

2Fort Structure:

2.1 [technique] vro mortar used

2.2 [masonry] locally available based & plastering used

2.3 Fort complexes had water routes like ponds, reservoirs

3Temple Architecture

(i) Krishnadeava 1340 famously expanded size of gopuram and made Tauli & Grand Raja gopuram as temple gateways

(ii) vast usa intrinsic of temple

(iii) Elegant paintings

Indo-Islamic Influence

Vijayanagara dynasty is contemporary to the rule of Diwi duruvate this led to fusion of different architectural ideas.

(i) architectural features like domes were incorporated @ bijapur

(ii) its house shine areis were appropriated

(iii) ornaments were also made.

(iv) new typologies of structures like public gardens, mausoleums, mosques

Vijayanagara was most only a strong political dynasty but also had a rich cultural history.

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Conclusion

The fact that recent Salman Rushdie back 'Victory City' draws inspiration from it is a testament to its legacy.

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Diagram

Diagram of a fort/temple structure with labeled features showing 'fort' and 'deep niche'

  • Clear chronological placement of dynasties
  • Detailed enumeration of urban planning features
  • Reference to primary source observer (Abdu Razzak)
  • Technical architectural details included
  • Diagram used to support explanation

Topper

Ashi Sharma

Subject & Paper

GS1GS1

Topic

Salient aspects of Art Forms, Literature and Architecture from ancient to modern times

Salient aspects of Architecture from ancient to modern times

Dynastic Art and Architecture - Vijayanagara Empire

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201

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descriptive and technical

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