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DIKSHA JOSHIAIR 19

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Discuss the evolution of Indo-Islamic architecture in India with suitable examples.

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Architechre in India has evolved from simple wooden palces in Mauryan times to magnificent mawels like Tai malal during Mughals.

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Architechre in India has evolved from simple wooden palces in Mauryan times to magnificent mawels like Tai malal during Mughals.

Indo- Islamic style of architecture appeared during 16th century Mughal rule. with features such as

Pierra- deura style, use of capis lazuli. No depiction of human figure rather Quranic verses.

Use of water for decoration char bag style or Jafar Khan in water stream

Indian features adopted

1Use of hanging balconies. eg: from Jaipur style to increase decoration.
2Use of kicks or chair as seen in Hindu temples.
3sloping roofs in Bengal style. known as Bangla- roof.
4Use of rabiati style or pillars in some places eg: Panch Nalai in Patchepu Sirri.
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  • Lists features of Indo-Islamic architecture
  • Mentions Indian elements adopted

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Architechre in India has evolved...

transition

Indo- Islamic style of architecture appeared...

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Panch Nalai

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DIKSHA JOSHI

AIR 19

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Topic

Indian Culture

Architecture

Indo-Islamic style

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