STRUCTURED QUESTIONS
1. As regards archaeological sources of the Mughal Empire,
a. Any five features of the Taj Mahal
Answers
Answer:
1. The taj mahal was built by shah jahan in memory of his wife mumtaj mahal. 2. The taj mahal was decorated from pietra dura. 3. The taj mahal was made from white marble stone. 4. Many precious stones and semiprecious stones are carved in the walls. 5. The taj mahal was built in 49 years.
Answer:
1. It is made of pure white marble with its special lustre and fine texture.
2. The main structure is surrounded by gardens, fountains and pools.
3. The Mausoleum is built on a 6.6 metre high plinth. The lower portion, square in design, Uses to a height of 32 metre
4. The interior octagonal chambers are connected to one another by diagonal passages. This pattern is similar to the one followed in Humayun's tomb in Delhi.
5. The interior and the exterior of the main building are decorated with screens, calligraphy and inlay work.