Rule of Delhi sultanates was the beginning of a new stage in the development of Indian architecture ...........

Culture of India Architecture

Rule of Delhi sultanates was the beginning of a new stage in the development of Indian architecture. Consider the following statements regarding architecture of Delhi sultanates.

1. Lintel and beams and corbelling were replaced by true arches and vaults.

2. Calligraphy, geometry and foliation were the main elements of decorations.

3. Gypsum was commonly used as material for plastering buildings.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

2 only

1 and 2 only

2 and 3 only

All the above

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Explanation:

1. 1. Under Delhi sultnante, flat lintels or corbelled ceilings were replaced by arches or vault.

2. As among the Muslims the representation of living beings was taboo by way of decoration or ornamentation, they introduced geometrical and arabesque patterns, ornamental writing and formal representation of plant and floral life.

3. According to Percy Brown (Historian) gypsum was commonly used to plaster buildings