Question

The most significant features of the Indo-Islamic architecture are _______.

• A. arches and domes
• B. domes and pillars
• C. pillars and carvings
• D. arches, domes and minarets

Answer 1

The correct option is D arches, domes and minarets

Islamic architecture is characterised by a few visible symbols. One is the arch, which frames the space; the second symbol is the dome, which looms over the skyscape; and the third is the minaret, which pierces the skies. Minarets were actually symbols in the middle of deserts. They represented fire, which was lit atop them to guide travellers. The dome represents the infinite and also the sky.