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Who is responsible for the tomb of Humayun, which is considered the first distinct example of proper Mughal architecture?
Who is responsible for the tomb of Humayun, which is considered the first distinct example of proper Mughal architecture?
- Babar
- Akbar
- Humayun himself
- Begha Begum (correct)
What did Aurangzeb view negatively, leading to an eventual decline in aesthetic appreciation and architectural enterprise during his reign?
What did Aurangzeb view negatively, leading to an eventual decline in aesthetic appreciation and architectural enterprise during his reign?
- Music and dance
- War and conquest
- Formal gardens
- Art and architecture (correct)
Which architectural structure is credited to Sikander Lodi but is noted for striking a new note in Indian architecture?
Which architectural structure is credited to Sikander Lodi but is noted for striking a new note in Indian architecture?
- The Quila Kohna Masjid
- Humayun's tomb (correct)
- The Purana Qila
- Taj Mahal
What materials and decorative elements were commonly used by the Surs in their architectural creations?
What materials and decorative elements were commonly used by the Surs in their architectural creations?
What significance does Humayun's tomb hold in the development of later Mughal architecture?
What significance does Humayun's tomb hold in the development of later Mughal architecture?
What architectural influence did the Mughals bring to Indo-Muslim architecture?
What architectural influence did the Mughals bring to Indo-Muslim architecture?
How did the Mughals differ from the Delhi Sultans in their approach towards the local population?
How did the Mughals differ from the Delhi Sultans in their approach towards the local population?
Which Mughal emperor is known for his policy of conciliation and admiration of Hindu culture?
Which Mughal emperor is known for his policy of conciliation and admiration of Hindu culture?
How did Jahangir's heritage play a role in his reign?
How did Jahangir's heritage play a role in his reign?
What new religion was created by Akbar?
What new religion was created by Akbar?
