Question

In the 'X' style of architecture, doors and windows were constructed on a horizontal beam across two vertical columns. The corridor in Airavatesvara Temple is an example of 'X' architecture. What is 'X'?

• A. Arcuate style of architecture
• B. Dravidian style of architecture
• C. Islamic style of architecture
• D. Trabeate style of architecture

Answer 1

The correct option is D Trabeate style of architecture

In the trabeate style of architecture, doors and windows are constructed on a horizontal beam across two vertical columns. This corridor in Airavatesvara Temple is an example of trabeate architecture.