Question Q.2Discuss the statement with reference to developments in the fields of literature, art and architectureGS1GS1
The period of Delhi Sultans witnessed the emergence of Indo-Persian culture. Discuss the statement with reference to developments in the fields of literature, art and architecture.
Introduction
Delhi sultanate started with the Mamluks dynasty's [illegible] rule for nearly 500 years, upto the reign of Ibrahim Lodi.
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Emergence of Indo-Persian culture
(A) Literature
1Mamluks dynasty caused out new style of writing => Persian + Hindi => emergence of Urdu literature.
2Priyji dynasty => translations of several Indian stones we call Kathas.
3Lodi dynasty => emergence of translations of Vedas and [illegible].
(B) Art
1Tughlaq => naturalistic paintings with use of 'foreshortening'.
2Lodi's => halos around the ruler.
3Inscriptions of 'Persian verses' in the body of the paintings.
(C) Architecture
1Use of calligraphy on the walls: Eg: Juma Masjid [illegible].
2Use of niah [illegible] kabia and gali work.
3Eg: Significance of light in Persian miniature.
4Use of red and white sandstone: Eg: Red Fort.
Therefore, emergence of Persian architecture is the addition of a layer in India's cultural history.
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Conclusion
Therefore, emergence of Persian architecture is the addition of a layer in India's cultural history.
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Topper
Ritika Chitlangia
AIR 55
Subject & Paper
GS1GS1
Topic
Modern Indian History from about the middle of the eighteenth century until the present
Delhi Sultanate
Indo-Persian Culture
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