Question

The 12th century saw technological and stylistic developments in architecture. Identify few of these developments.

• A. There was a fusion between the Indian and Persian styles of architecture.
• B. A new form of architectural style known as the arcuate developed.
• C. There was a surge in the use of limestone cement for construction purposes.
• D. Gothic style of architecture found its way into the Indian subcontinent.

Answer 1

Answer: (B), (C)

The correct options are
B A new form of architectural style known as the arcuate developed.
C There was a surge in the use of limestone cement for construction purposes.

A new form of architectural style known as the arcuate developed in the 12th century. It is a form where the weight of the superstructure above the doors and windows was sometimes carried by arches. Also, the use of limestone cement surged for construction purposes.