Art and Architecture in Medieval India
History ⇒ Medieval Indian History
Art and Architecture in Medieval India starts at 8 and continues till grade 12.
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Describe one difference between Mughal and Rajput paintings.
Describe the main features of a Mughal garden.
Explain how the arrival of Islam influenced Indian architecture during the medieval period.
Explain the importance of the Qutub Minar in medieval Indian history.
Explain the role of patronage in the development of art and architecture during the Mughal period.
Explain the significance of pietra dura in Mughal architecture.
Name one famous Sufi shrine built during the medieval period in India.
Name one important feature of Sultanate mosques in India.
Which dynasty built the Gol Gumbaz in Bijapur? (1) Mughal (2) Chola (3) Adil Shahi (4) Tughlaq
Which Mughal emperor built the Peacock Throne? (1) Akbar (2) Shah Jahan (3) Aurangzeb (4) Babur
Which Mughal emperor was a great patron of miniature painting? (1) Babur (2) Akbar (3) Aurangzeb (4) Bahadur Shah Zafar
Which of the following is a famous example of Mughal architecture? (1) Qutub Minar (2) Red Fort (3) Sun Temple (4) Brihadeshwara Temple
The ________ at Hampi is a famous stone chariot built during the Vijayanagara Empire.
The ________ in Hyderabad is a famous example of Indo-Islamic architecture built by Muhammad Quli Qutb Shah.
The ________ is a famous fort built by Akbar in Agra.
The ________ is a famous mosque built by Shah Jahan in Delhi.
True or False: Mughal architecture often combined Persian, Indian, and Central Asian styles.
True or False: The Bhakti and Sufi movements influenced the art and architecture of medieval India.
True or False: The Mughal school of painting was influenced by Persian art.
True or False: The use of red sandstone and marble was a common feature in Mughal architecture.
