Q. With reference to the Architectural Legacy of the Sharqi Kingdom of Jaunpur, consider the following statements:
1.The architecture is characterized by its own distinct Sharqi style, notably featuring massive sloping walls and the complete absence of minarets.
2.The unique design element of a huge Propylon (screen or gateway) masking the main dome is a hallmark of the Jaunpur mosques, such as the Atala Masjid.
3.The architectural style of Jaunpur is considered a derivative of the Tughlaq architecture, maintaining the Tughlaq emphasis on simplicity and massiveness.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Answer: C
Notes:
Explanation:
- Statement 1: Correct. The Sharqi style is marked by its imposing size, strong emphasis on a closed screen, and the deliberate omission of minarets.
- Statement 2: Correct. The use of a grand Propylon—a massive ornamental pylon/screen covering the facade of the prayer hall—is the most distinctive feature of the Sharqi style, seen in the Atala Masjid.
- Statement 3: Correct. The Sharqi architectural style evolved from the late Tughlaq style of Delhi, inheriting its features of massiveness and austerity, before developing its own regional character.
