Question

Write a short note on the Mediaeval Architecture of India.

Answer 1

Instructions:

• Write about the Mediaeval Architecture
• Explain the notable Mediaeval Architecture of different regions in India

Solution: Mediaeval architecture includes mosques, minarets, royal palaces, bridges and inns built during the 6th – 13th century. The most famous architectures of this period are Qutubminar and Quwwat-ul-Islam. Other important Mediaeval architectures of India are as follows:
Bengal – Adina Mosque, Tomb of Jalal-ud-Muhammad Shah, and Tantipara mosque.
Jaunpur – Atala mosque was built by Sultans of Turkey.
Malwa – Mandu style of buildings and the Tomb of Hoshang Shah.
Other Provinces – Domes of Bijapur in Kashmir, Madrasa of Mahmud Gava, the temple of Hampi Vitthal Swami and Hazar Rama of Karnataka.