Question

The Gothic style of architecture was introduced by the ___________.

• A. <!--td {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--> French
• B. <!--td {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--> Portuguese
• C. <!--td {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--> Persians
• D. <!--td {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--> Britishers

Answer 1

The correct option is B <!--td {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--> Portuguese

Gothic architecture was introduced in India by the Portuguese. Pointed towers and arches were the characteristic features of the Gothic structures. The Gothic architecture came to India in the 16th century. The St. Francis church in Kochi is one of the major example of Gothic buildings.