Indian Architecture and Urban Art: Trivia

Description: Test your knowledge about Indian Architecture and Urban Art with this trivia quiz. From ancient monuments to modern marvels, discover the rich history and diversity of Indian architecture.
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Which architectural style is characterized by intricate carvings, domes, and arches?

  1. Indo-Islamic

  2. Dravidian

  3. Mughal

  4. Rajasthani


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Indo-Islamic architecture is a fusion of Indian and Islamic architectural elements, often featuring intricate carvings, domes, and arches.

The iconic Taj Mahal is located in which city?

  1. New Delhi

  2. Mumbai

  3. Jaipur

  4. Agra


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Taj Mahal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is located in the city of Agra, Uttar Pradesh.

Which architectural style is known for its stepped pyramids and intricate sculptures?

  1. Hoysala

  2. Pallava

  3. Vijayanagara

  4. Chola


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Chola architecture is known for its stepped pyramids, intricate sculptures, and bronze castings.

The ancient city of Hampi is located in which state?

  1. Karnataka

  2. Tamil Nadu

  3. Andhra Pradesh

  4. Telangana


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Hampi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is located in the state of Karnataka.

Which architectural style is characterized by its use of corbelled arches and barrel vaults?

  1. Kadamba

  2. Chalukya

  3. Rashtrakuta

  4. Pallava


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kadamba architecture is known for its use of corbelled arches and barrel vaults.

The Gateway of India is a monument located in which city?

  1. Kolkata

  2. Chennai

  3. Mumbai

  4. Hyderabad


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Gateway of India is a monument located in the city of Mumbai, Maharashtra.

Which architectural style is known for its use of intricate latticework and jali screens?

  1. Mughal

  2. Rajasthani

  3. Deccani

  4. Indo-Islamic


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Deccani architecture is known for its use of intricate latticework and jali screens.

The Victoria Memorial is a monument located in which city?

  1. New Delhi

  2. Kolkata

  3. Chennai

  4. Bengaluru


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Victoria Memorial is a monument located in the city of Kolkata, West Bengal.

Which architectural style is characterized by its use of domes, minarets, and iwans?

  1. Mughal

  2. Rajasthani

  3. Deccani

  4. Indo-Islamic


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mughal architecture is known for its use of domes, minarets, and iwans.

The Red Fort is a monument located in which city?

  1. New Delhi

  2. Mumbai

  3. Agra

  4. Jaipur


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Red Fort is a monument located in the city of New Delhi.

Which architectural style is known for its use of stepped wells and underground water storage systems?

  1. Hoysala

  2. Pallava

  3. Vijayanagara

  4. Chola


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Hoysala architecture is known for its use of stepped wells and underground water storage systems.

The Qutub Minar is a monument located in which city?

  1. New Delhi

  2. Mumbai

  3. Agra

  4. Jaipur


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Qutub Minar is a monument located in the city of New Delhi.

Which architectural style is characterized by its use of intricate carvings and sculptures?

  1. Hoysala

  2. Pallava

  3. Vijayanagara

  4. Chola


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Hoysala architecture is known for its use of intricate carvings and sculptures.

The Charminar is a monument located in which city?

  1. Hyderabad

  2. Bengaluru

  3. Chennai

  4. Kolkata


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Charminar is a monument located in the city of Hyderabad, Telangana.

Which architectural style is known for its use of vibrant colors and murals?

  1. Rajasthani

  2. Mughal

  3. Deccani

  4. Indo-Islamic


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Rajasthani architecture is known for its use of vibrant colors and murals.

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