Consider the following statements: 1. Mughal Architecture had influence on temple architecture in India. 2. The Shalimar Gardens are showpiece of Indian horticulture. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: C

Notes:

The Shalimar Gardens of Jahangir and Shah Jahan are showpieces of Indian horticulture.

Apart from the many massive structures, the Mughals contributed many civil works of public utility, the greatest of them being the bridge over the Gomati River at Jaunpur.
The most impressive feat is the West Yamuna Canal which provided water to Delhi.
Mughal architecture influenced even temple construction in different parts of the country.

The temple of Govind Dev at Vrindavan near Mathura and Bir Singh’s temple of Chaturbhuj at Orchchaa (Madhya Pradesh) displays Mughal influence.

Source: Tamil Nadu state board.