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The synthesis of Islamic architectural styles with elements from local Indian traditions contributed to the development of Indo-Islamic architecture in India. Discuss.

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Indo-Islamic Architecture shaped to develop by India in 12th Century with establishment of Islam.

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Indo-Islamic Architecture shaped to develop by India in 12th Century with establishment of Islam.

[Indo-Islamic Architecture-Synergies of Islamic style]

1Construction of 40 elements from Hinduism - shikhara used, Islamic -> Decorations with Quranic versions.

2Tomb construction in memory of Saints or kings. Islamic -> burial practice local tradition -> Use of domes symbols, choissiaq signs for decoration.

3The construction of Caravels. West habitation - source & care for travellers, eg - Buddha served by locals

Islamic - design inspired from Islamic mirrors/art Afaf.

4Chor bagh style garden. eg- Shalipur Bichaud - Islamic - Introduced by Bahar, Meri Tombs.

eg - local Fontation - establishment found near water bodies(Seiger).

[Unique Feature - Independence local]

1Minaret - evoked were justified from West African culture.

2Non-usage of human or animal figurine, for decoration.

3Directions & spirituals associated Islamic eg - Mihraal.

The synthesis of the Indo - Islam shared both architecture & religion (light....

local tradition - source & care for travellers, eg - Buddha served by locals Islamic - design inspired from Islamic mirrors/art Afaf.

4Chor bagh style garden. eg - Shalipur Bichaud - Islamic - Introduced by Bahar, meri Tombs. eg - local Fontation - establishment found near water bodies(Seiger).

[Unique Feature - Independence local]

1Minaret evoked were justified from West African culture.

2Non-usage of human or animal figurine, for decoration.

3Directions & spirituals associated Islamic eg - Mihraal.

The synthesis of the Indo - Islam shared both architecture & religion (light....

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Structured approach with clear categorization
Attempts to show synthesis of two architectural traditions
Mentions specific architectural elements
Provides examples

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Sapna Chandel

AIR 3562025

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

Dynastic Art

Indo-Islamic Architecture

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