Answer the following questions: 1. It is often said that the ‘Taj Mahal was designed by giants and finished by jewellers’ 2. Write a short note on Taj Mahal? 3. What is a miniature painting? When did the art of painting declined in the medieval period? 4. List out the nine gems in the court of Mughal Emperor Akbar. 5. Analyse the development of literature in the medieval period. 6. Explain the main characteristics of the architecture under Shah Jahan. 7. Do you think architecture of monumental structures was a symbol of power for the rulers?
Dear student you should ask single query in a thread:
1.It is because the workmanship is so exquisite in Taj Mahal.The greatest architecture is found in this where high red sandstone base topped by a huge white marble terrace on which rests the famous dome flanked by four tapering minarets. Within the dome lies the jewel-inlaid memorial of the queen.
2.
a. The Mughal period which is known for its grandeur, architectural style is well manifested in Taj Mahal , one of the most popular architectural designs in the World.
b. Built by Shah Jahan in memory of his wife, Mumtaz mahal, Taj Mahal it is one of the finest architectural pieces gingerly crafted to represent a unique blend of Persian, Islamin and Indian styles.
c. The location of the Taj Mahal was clearly thought out by the emperor Shah Jahan.
d. The reflection of the tomb on the banks of the river, made it look aesthically more beautiful .
e. It helped in meeting the water needs of the people involved in the construction then and also for the purpose of maintaining its gardens.
1.It is because the workmanship is so exquisite in Taj Mahal.The greatest architecture is found in this where high red sandstone base topped by a huge white marble terrace on which rests the famous dome flanked by four tapering minarets. Within the dome lies the jewel-inlaid memorial of the queen.
2.
a. The Mughal period which is known for its grandeur, architectural style is well manifested in Taj Mahal , one of the most popular architectural designs in the World.
b. Built by Shah Jahan in memory of his wife, Mumtaz mahal, Taj Mahal it is one of the finest architectural pieces gingerly crafted to represent a unique blend of Persian, Islamin and Indian styles.
c. The location of the Taj Mahal was clearly thought out by the emperor Shah Jahan.
d. The reflection of the tomb on the banks of the river, made it look aesthically more beautiful .
e. It helped in meeting the water needs of the people involved in the construction then and also for the purpose of maintaining its gardens.